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Trailside Tabouli
Serves 4-6 / Great when camping in a hot climate. Serve with pita bread and a side of hummus.
Camp Tip: Assemble in a sturdy, properly sealed container and chill in a cold stream.
1 cup bulgur wheat
2 cups boiling water
3 ripe tomatoes, diced
1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced
1 bunch fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 small bunch mint, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 lemons, juiced
1/3 cup olive oil
1. In a bowl, cover bulgur with boiling water.
2. While bulgur soaks, dice tomatoes, cucumber, parsley, and mint; place in a large container with an airtight lid. Add salt and pepper and mix well. Drain bulgur thoroughly and add to vegetable mixture.
3. Combine lemon juice and olive oil in a coffee cup and stir vigorously with a fork. Add to bulgur mixture. Stir well. Season to taste. Let stand for at least 1 hour in a cool place. Stir and serve.