Bulgur with cherries and goat cheese
- Vegetarian
- Energy Kcal 375
- Carbohydrates g 24.5
- of which sugars g 5.4
- Protein g 11.9
- Fats g 25.5
- of which saturated fat g 5.38
- Fiber g 7.4
- Cholesterol mg 21
- Sodium mg 710
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Prep time: 15 min
- Cook time: 5 min
- Serving: 4
- Cost: Average
PRESENTATION
Bulgur with cherries and goat cheese—it's one of those dishes that shows how fun it can be to mess around with pantry staples. Straight from the Middle East, bulgur wheat recipes are all about turning simple grains into something that's just super satisfying. It's like couscous but heartier, keeping you full for hours. Honestly, that's why it’s such a staple over there. Now, what makes this bulgur salad stand out? It's the way it balances tangy goat cheese with the sweet pop of fresh cherries. Kind of a fresh twist on your typical summer cherry salad recipes. Seriously good stuff. The dish is light, super fresh, and has just the right amount of creaminess thanks to the cheese.
Across the Middle East, bulgur pops up in all kinds of dishes, but pairing it with fruit and cheese? That's a modern flair right there—while still honoring its roots. So, this bulgur with cherries and goat cheese? Perfect for stirring up some creative energy in your kitchen. And it's not just about tossing ingredients together; it's about finding flavors that really really enhance each other. The cherries bring a burst of juicy flavor, and the goat cheese? It just melts into a rich creaminess that’s hard to resist.
You end up with a dish suited for any occasion—like picnics, lunches, or as a side. I mean, fans of cherry and goat cheese salad or anyone on the hunt for new vegetarian salad recipes will love how simple, healthy, and flavorful this is. And look, you can have fun with it—throw in some fresh herbs, switch to vegan cheese, or even change up the fruit if you’re feeling adventurous. With every bite, you get a really good tart and creamy combo—making grains anything but boring. Whether you’re into traditional or modern takes, this dish offers a really good journey for your taste buds, bridging old and new culinary worlds. For sure.
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- INGREDIENTS
- Bulgur 1 ¼ cup (200 g) - pre-cooked
- Cherries 1 cup (150 g)
- Goat 2.8 oz (80 g)
- Water 2 ½ cups (600 g)
- Celery 1 cup (130 g)
- Whole hazelnuts ½ cup (70 g)
- Arugula 0.7 oz (20 g) - approximately
- Lime peel 1
- Fresh ginger 0.6 tsp (3 g)
- Mint to taste
- Extra virgin olive oil to taste
- Fine salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
How to prepare Bulgur with cherries and goat cheese
To prepare the bulgur with cherries and goat cheese, first put the water in a large pot, then add the bulgur 1 and a pinch of salt and cook it for 4-5 minutes from boiling. Once cooked, drain the bulgur 2 and transfer it to a bowl; season with a drizzle of oil 3, mix well, and let it cool.
In the meantime, wash the cherries, cut them in half, and remove the pits 4. Peel the ginger and cut it into thin slices 5. Coarsely chop the hazelnuts with a knife 6.
Finally, wash the celery stalks, remove the ends, peel the outer filaments with a peeler 7, and cut them into thin slanted slices 8. Now place the pitted cherries in a bowl and add the celery 9,
the ginger 10, the torn mint leaves 11, the chopped hazelnuts 12,
the grated zest of a lime 13, and the now-cooled bulgur 14. Season with a drizzle of oil 15, salt, and pepper,
then add the arugula that you have previously washed and dried 16, mix well, and finally add chunks of goat cheese on top 17: your bulgur with cherries and goat cheese is ready to be enjoyed 18!