Tabouli(Makes 6 To 8 Servings) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. dry bulghar wheat
1 c. boiling water
1 to 1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 c. fresh lemon/lime juice
1 heaping tsp. crushed garlic
1/2 c. chopped scallions
1/4 c. olive oil
2 medium tomatoes, diced
1 packed c. fresh chopped parsley
1 chopped cucumber
fresh black pepper
1/2 c. cooked, crushed chickpeas (optional)
1/2 c. coarsely grated carrot (optional)

Preparation

Should be prepared at least 3 hours before serving to allow to thoroughly marinate and chill.