BULGUR WITH SAVORY GREENS

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Provided by dicentra

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

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2 1/2 cups chopped onions
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb swiss chard, rinsed and chopped (or escarole)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 1/2 cups bulgur
1 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 cups water
black pepper

Steps:

In a large skillet, saute the onions and garlic in the oil for about 8 minutes, until the onions are translucent.
Add the greens and lemon juice, cover and cook until the greens have just wilted.
Stir in bulgur and salt.
Add water, cover, and cook on med-low for about 15 minutes until the bulgur is tender and most of the water has been absorbed.
Sprinkle with pepper and add more lemon juice to taste.
VARIATION: add 1/2 cup cooked chickpeas just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.2, Fat 2.9, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 559.1, Carbohydrate 37.2, Fiber 8.6, Sugar 4, Protein 6.4