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Easy 55 min~210 kcal 8/10
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Bulgur Pilaf with Lentils
A budget-friendly pilaf of bulgur and green lentils, cooked with onion and tomato paste until hearty, fluffy, and filling.
Easy⏱️ 45 min📖 1 min readServes 4~360 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
10 min prep 35 min cook
- Vegan
- #Budget-Friendly
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 45 min- Prep10 min
- Cooking35 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 1.5 su bardağı(~300 ml) Coarse bulgur for pilaf
- 0.8 su bardağı(~160 ml) Green lentils
- 1 adet Onion
- 3 yemek kaşığı(~45 ml) Olive oil
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Tomato paste
- 3 su bardağı(~600 ml) Hot water
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Wash the green lentils, boil them for 15 minutes, and drain.
15 min15:00 - 2
Wash and drain the bulgur, then dice the onion.
- 3
Cook the onion and tomato paste in olive oil for 5 minutes.
5 min05:00 - 4
Add the bulgur, lentils, hot water, and salt.
- 5
Cook the pilaf over low heat for 15 minutes.
15 min15:00 - 6
Rest for 10 minutes, then stir gently without crushing the lentils or bulgur grains.
10 min10:00
💡 Tip: Boil the lentils before the bulgur so both ingredients reach a soft texture at the same time.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with ayran and pickles.
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- Protein source
- Fiber
Nutrition (per serving)
~360
kcal calories
14
g protein
62
g carbs
7
g fat
Protein 15%Carbs 68%Fat 17%
GI 30 · Low GIGL 19 · Medium GL
2.5g
Sugar
18.3g
Fiber
1186.5mg
Sodium
1.7g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Satiety (per serving)
9/10Very filling, for a really hungry day
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Bulgur Pilaf with Lentils make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Bulgur Pilaf with Lentils take?
Prep 10 minutes, cooking 35 minutes; 45 minutes in total.Is Bulgur Pilaf with Lentils difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Bulgur Pilaf with Lentils have?
Approximately 360 kcal per serving. Protein: 14g, carbs: 62g, fat: 7g.Which allergens does Bulgur Pilaf with Lentils contain?
This recipe contains Gluten. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Bulgur Pilaf with Lentils need?
This recipe needs 7 ingredients.Is Bulgur Pilaf with Lentils filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 9/10; keeps you full for a long time, made for a very hungry day. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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