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Jennifer Aniston Salad

Jennifer Aniston Salad

The Jennifer Aniston Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish that combines bulgur wheat, chickpeas, cucumbers, red onion, fresh herbs, feta cheese, and pistachios, all dressed in a simple lemon-olive oil dressing. It's easy to prepare and customizable, making it a perfect meal for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 385
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup bulgur wheat, uncooked
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 large cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/3 cup pistachios, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Cook the bulgur wheat according to package directions, typically combining one cup of bulgur with two cups of boiling water. Cover and let it sit for about 15 minutes until tender. Fluff with a fork and let it cool completely.
  2. While the bulgur cools, prep your vegetables: dice the cucumber, finely chop the red onion, and chop the fresh parsley and mint.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled bulgur, chickpeas, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint. Toss everything together gently.
  4. Add the crumbled feta cheese and chopped pistachios, folding them in carefully.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly.
  6. Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

The salad can be made ahead of time and tastes better after sitting in the fridge for several hours or overnight. Store in an airtight container for up to five days.