Description
Bulgur Tomato Pilaf is a healthy, easy vegan dish made with bulgur, tomatoes, and olive oil. This simple Mediterranean-inspired recipe is perfect for quick, flavorful weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups coarse bulgur
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 cups tomatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup water (more if needed)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse the bulgur under running water, then drain and set aside.
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook the chopped onion with olive oil for 7–8 minutes until golden.
- Add tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, stirring to deepen the flavor.
- Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook until softened and slightly saucy.
- Add the bulgur and mix well to coat it in the tomato mixture.
- Pour in the water, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20–25 minutes until bulgur is tender.
- Turn off heat, let rest for a few minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving for extra brightness.
If the pilaf looks dry while cooking, add a splash of water.
You can substitute canned tomatoes if fresh aren’t available.
For extra flavor, add garlic or a pinch of chili flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Lebanese / Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 89
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 84mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg