Products used in this recipe
Mediterranean Salad
Yield: 30 Servings (4 oz.)
Yield: 30 Servings (4 oz.)
This "tabouli with a twist", featuring Simplot Simple Goodness™ Antigua Vegetable Blend, turns a traditional side salad into a healthy entrée.
Step 1: Bulgur (Cracked Wheat)
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Bulgur, cracked wheat | 15 oz. | |
| Water | 36 fl. oz. |
Step 2: Dressing
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| White balsamic vinegar | 3 fl. oz. | |
| Capers | 5 Tbsp. | |
| Dijon mustard | 1 Tbsp. | |
| Garlic, chopped | 1 Tbsp. | |
| Oregano, firmly packed fresh leaves | 1/2 cup | |
| Salt | 2 tsp. | |
| Black pepper, ground | 1 tsp. | |
| Olive oil | 12 fl. oz. |
Step 3: Antigua Blend
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Simplot Simple Goodness™: Antigua Vegetable Blend 8/3lb | 48 oz. |
Step 4: Vegetables
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Roma tomatoes, seeded, 1/4-inch diced | 12 oz. | |
| English cucumber, scored, thin bias slice | 24 oz. | |
| Red onion, slivered | 12 oz. | |
| Parsley, fresh, chopped | 1/2 cup |
Preparation Instructions:
- Step 1
- Place water and bulgur in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. This may be done in advance and chilled.
- Step 2
- In a food processor bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients of dressing and pulse to combine. While the processor is running, slowly add the olive oil to create an emulsion.
- Step 3
- Prepare the vegetable blend according to package directions. Drain and chill.
- Step 4
- In a large bowl, combine the vegetable blend with the bulgur, tomato, cucumber, red onion and parsley. Toss the salad with the dressing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours before serving to allow the flavors to marry.
