Dairy-Free Fragrant Bulgur Pilaf

Elevate your meal with this vibrant Dairy-Free Fragrant Bulgur Pilaf, a wholesome dish infused with warming spices and fresh herbs. This one-pot recipe combines nutty bulgur wheat with sautéed onions, garlic, carrots, and red bell peppers, enhanced by aromatic cumin seeds and a hint of ground cinnamon. Simmered in vegetable broth, this pilaf achieves a fluffy, tender texture and an irresistibly rich flavor. A final flourish of fresh parsley and zesty lemon adds brightness and freshness. Perfect as a hearty side dish or a light, plant-based main course, this dairy-free recipe is quick to prepare, nutrient-packed, and ideal for anyone seeking a healthy, flavorful alternative.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup bulgur wheat
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 1 large, diced carrot
• 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced red bell pepper, cooking for another 3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the cumin seeds and ground cinnamon, stirring to coat the vegetables and toast the spices for 1 minute.

Step 5

Add the bulgur wheat to the pan, stirring well to combine with the vegetables and spices.

Step 6

Pour in the vegetable broth, and add salt and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the bulgur is tender.

Step 8

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Fluff the pilaf with a fork, stir in the chopped parsley and lemon zest.

Step 10

Serve warm as a flavorful side dish or enjoy as a light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1049.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1213.6

Total Fat 36.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2396.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 201.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 47.8g	0%
Total Sugars 21.8g
Protein 36.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 270.9mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 2469.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.5%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 63.2%