Greek Bulgur

Prep: 10 min Cook: 40 min Serves: 6 Cuisine: Mediterranean

Greek Bulgur is a hearty, flavorful dish combining bulgur, onions, pine nuts, and spices, baked to perfection—ideal for wholesome vegetarian or side dish options.

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Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup butter
  • 3 cups coarse bulgur
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 6 cups chicken or beef broth
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons pepper
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 cup pine nuts

Instructions

  1. Melt 1/2 cup butter in a skillet.
  2. Add dry bulgur and sauté well.
  3. In a separate pan, sauté chopped onions in 1/4 cup butter until golden yellow.
  4. Mix the sautéed onions with the bulgur.
  5. Add broth, salt, pepper, curry powder, and pine nuts to the mixture.
  6. Stir well to combine.
  7. Transfer to an uncovered casserole and bake at 375°F for 30 minutes.
  8. Adjust seasonings and stir the dish.
  9. Bake for an additional 10 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

532 kcal 27% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 11.2g 22% DV
Total Fat 40.2g 52% DV
Carbs 38.1g 14% DV
Fiber 14.7g 53% DV
Sugar 2.6g 5% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10056.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 657.3mg 14% DV
Cholesterol 87.8mg 29% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 5.8mcg 1% DV
Vitamin C 21.3mg 24% DV
Vitamin D 0mcg
Calcium 162mg 12% DV
Iron 5.7mg 32% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Milk Wheat/Gluten Tree nuts

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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