TANGERINE TABBOULEH

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Citrus really comes through in this interesting mix of fruit, nuts and chickpeas. It makes a hearty and flavorful side dish that's perfect with grilled chicken, pork or beef. -Vivian Levine, Summerfield, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 cup bulgur
1 cup boiling water
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
2 tangerines, peeled, sectioned and chopped
2/3 cup chopped dates
1/2 cup pistachios, coarsely chopped
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup tangerine juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon grated tangerine zest
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

Place bulgur in a large bowl. Stir in water; cover and let stand until most of the liquid is absorbed, 30 minutes. Drain well., Stir in the garbanzo beans, tangerines, dates, pistachios and cranberries. In a small bowl, combine the tangerine juice, oil, tangerine zest, ginger and salt. Pour over bulgur mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 142mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 7g protein.