Tabbouleh With Feta

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup uncooked bulgur
• 1 1/4 cups boiling water
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups chopped English cucumber
• 1 cup chopped plum tomato
• 1 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh mint
• 1/3 cup (1.3 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup minced red onion
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

1. Combine first 3 ingredients in a large bowl. Cover and let stand 30 minutes or until water is absorbed. Add cucumber and next 6 ingredients; mix gently.
2. Combine lemon juice, olive oil, and pepper in a small bowl; stir well with a whisk. Pour dressing over salad; toss gently to coat. Cover and chill at least 8 hours.