Description
A refreshing and nutritious Jennifer Aniston Salad recipe that is packed with wholesome ingredients like cooked bulgur, chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and herbs, tossed in a zesty olive oil-lemon dressing. This Mediterranean-inspired salad is perfect for a light lunch or meal prep.
Ingredients
Cooked Bulgur:
1 cup
Canned Chickpeas (rinsed and drained):
1/2 cup
Chopped Cucumber:
1/2 cup
Cherry Tomatoes (halved):
1/2 cup
Red Onion (finely diced):
1/4 cup
Fresh Parsley (chopped):
1/4 cup
Fresh Mint (chopped):
2 tablespoons
Crumbled Feta Cheese:
1/4 cup
Shelled Pistachios (chopped):
2 tablespoons
Olive Oil:
2 tablespoons
Lemon Juice:
2 tablespoons
Salt and Black Pepper:
to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked and cooled bulgur with chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, parsley, mint, feta, and pistachios.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
- Toss gently to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days for even more flavor.
Notes
- This salad is flexible—feel free to add avocado, swap herbs, or use couscous instead of bulgur.
- It’s ideal for meal prep or as a light lunch on its own.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (for bulgur)
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook (except for grain)
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
