Bulgur with Veggies

Servings: 3-4

Bulgur is the healthier wheat for your belly and it is lower in fat. It is a good source of vitamins, fiber and minerals. For vegetarians, it is a great plant based protein option. I make this dish often, and although my eldest son dislikes it, I have had many complements (by adults) on this dish.  My version is loaded with veggies, so it’s a great way to get a nutrient loaded lunch.

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Ingredients:

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-3/4 tbsp coconut oil (odorless) or avocado oil

-2 medium onions minced

-1 large yellow or red sweet pepper minced

-3 medium tomatoes minced

-1 cup white cabbage finely minced

-1 1/2 cups COARSE bulgur (I like to use the dark brown bulgur)

-4 cups water

-2 tbsp tomato paste

-3/4 tsp cinnamon

-1/2 tsp all spice

-1/4 tsp nutmeg

-1/4 ground black pepper

-1/2 tsp paprika

-4 tsp vegetable broth powder

-Yogurt

Directions:

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1-Wash and soak the bulgur in a cup of water for 20 minutes, then drain the water.

2-Heat the coconut oil in a deep pan and add the onions and cook them until they have wilted for about 7-8 minutes.

3-Add the peppers and cook for another 5 minutes.

4-Add the cabbage and cook for another 5 minutes.

5-Add the tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes.

6-Add all the spices and vegetable broth powder.

7-Add the bulgur to the vegetable mix and add 3 cups of water and stir.

8-Wait until the water has almost completely evaporated and taste the bulgur. If it still has a bite to it, add more water.

9-Serve hot with yogurt on the side.