posted by Terrytx 02-09-101 8:30 AM
* Exported from MasterCook *
Mexican Bulgar Salad with Citrus-Jalapeno Vinaigrette
Recipe By : Cooking Light
Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Salad
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 cup uncooked bulgar or cracked wheat
1 cup boiling water
1 1/2 cups diced zucchini
1 cup fresh corn kernels (about 2 ears)
3/4 cup (3 ounces) diced Monterey Jack cheese with jalapeno peppers
3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons minced seeded jalapeno peppers
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
lime wedges, optional
Combine the bulgar and boiling water in a large bowl. Cover; let stand 30 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Add zucchini and next 4 ingredients (zucchini through beans); stir gently.
Combine orange juice and next 5 ingredients (orange juice through cumin); stir with a whisk. Pour juice mixture over bulgar mixture; toss gently. Serve salad at room temperapure or chilled. Garnish with lime wedges, if desired.
1 1/2 cups: 371 cal, 11.4 g fat, 17.6g pro, 55.1g carb, 17 mg chol, 413mg sod.