Chilled Bulgur Salad with Cherries, Goat Cheese, and Mint

Bulgur with Cherries and Goat Cheese

Category: Main Courses
Servings: 4

Ingredients:

Instructions:

To prepare this refreshing and flavorful Bulgur with Cherries and Goat Cheese, begin by placing water in a large pot and bringing it to a boil. Once the water is boiling, add the bulgur, stir well, and allow it to cook until the grains are tender and fluffy. Once the bulgur is ready, remove it from the heat and let it cool to room temperature.

While the bulgur is cooling, wash the cherries thoroughly. Cut them in half and remove the pits. Peel the ginger and slice it into thin rounds. Using a knife, roughly chop the hazelnuts, making sure they are in bite-sized pieces.

Next, wash the celery stalks, trim the ends, and remove any fibrous strands using a vegetable peeler. Once prepared, place the halved cherries, chopped celery, ginger slices, and mint leaves (torn into smaller pieces) in a large bowl. Add the chopped hazelnuts and the grated zest of one lime to the mixture.

Drizzle the salad with a small amount of extra virgin olive oil, season with salt and black pepper to taste, and give everything a good toss to combine. Finally, add the arugula to the bowl, ensuring it is thoroughly mixed with the other ingredients.

Once the bulgur has cooled, add it to the bowl and toss the entire mixture together. Serve in individual bowls, topping each with small cubes of creamy goat cheese for a delicious finishing touch.

This dish is a perfect balance of textures and flavors — the nutty bulgur, the sweetness of cherries, the creamy goat cheese, and the bright citrusy notes from the lime zest combine to create an unforgettable meal.

Enjoy your Bulgur with Cherries and Goat Cheese, a refreshing and healthy option for any meal!