Bitter Greens and Walnut Bulgur Salad
This hearty salad features a delightful balance of earthy, bitter greens like radicchio and endive, tossed with satisfyingly nutty bulgur wheat and a tangy pomegranate molasses dressing. Toasted walnuts add a delightful crunch, making this a perfect light yet fulfilling lunch.

Prep Time
25 min
Difficulty
Easy
Servings
4
Calories
350 kcal
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the bulgur wheat under cold water in a fine-mesh sieve. Transfer to a medium saucepan, add the hot water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
~17 min - 2
While bulgur is cooking, prepare the greens. Wash and roughly chop the radicchio and Belgian endive. Wash and finely chop the fresh parsley. Roughly chop the toasted walnuts.
~5 min - 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the pomegranate molasses, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined. This is your dressing.
~3 min - 4
In a large bowl, combine the cooked bulgur, chopped radicchio, endive, parsley, and toasted walnuts. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
~2 min - 5
Toast walnuts in a dry frying pan over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until fragrant.
~5 min
Tips
- For extra crunch, toast the walnuts lightly in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 3-5 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.
- This salad can be prepared ahead of time. Store the dressing separately and toss with the salad just before serving to prevent the greens from wilting.
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