Bulgur Pilaf with Lemon and Fresh Dill
This whole-grain bulgur pilaf combines bright lemon zest and juice with fresh dill, garlic, and black pepper for a fragrant, fresh-tasting side dish. Cooked in vegetable broth and finished with creamy tzatziki, it pairs well with roasted vegetables, grilled foods, or a simple weeknight meal.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Bulgur Pilaf with Lemon and Fresh Dill, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 62 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 9 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 48
- Heart Health
- 77
- Metabolic
- 33
- Digestive
- 25
- Inflammatory
- 31
- Performance
- 47
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add bulgur; cook, stirring occasionally, until toasted, about 4 minutes. Stir in broth, garlic, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low. Simmer, covered, until grain is tender.
- 2
Remove from heat and let stand 10 minutes; drain any excess liquid. Stir in dill, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Spoon tzatziki over servings.
- Calories 147.18 kcal Moderate 7%
- Protein 4.59 g Low Source 9%
- Carbohydrate 24.95 g 9%
- Total Fat 4.28 g Moderate 5%
- Saturated Fat 1.16 g Moderate 6%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 3.66 mg Low Source 1%
- Sodium 206.36 mg Moderate 9%
- Dietary Fiber 4.48 g Moderate 16%
- Total Sugars 1.12 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 25.12 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 0.69 mg Low Source 4%
- Potassium 133.96 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin A 22.01 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 1.46 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Bulgur Pilaf with Lemon and Fresh Dill is a Greek side dish recipe made with 13 ingredients. It takes about 15 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Bulgur, Dried Lemon Peel, and Fresh Dill. Each serving provides about 147.18 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Bulgur Pilaf with Lemon and Fresh Dill?
- It is a Greek pilaf recipe made with 13 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch.
- What is Bulgur Pilaf with Lemon and Fresh Dill made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Bulgur, Dried Lemon Peel, Fresh Dill, Garlic. The full list of 13 is above.
- How long does it take to make Bulgur Pilaf with Lemon and Fresh Dill?
- About 15 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 147.18 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Bulgur Pilaf with Lemon and Fresh Dill easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 13 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Bulgur Pilaf with Lemon and Fresh Dill healthy?
- Bulgur Pilaf with Lemon and Fresh Dill has an easyChef Pro health score of 51/100. Per serving, it provides 147.18 calories and 4.59 g of protein, or 9% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 206.36 mg (9% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.16 g (6% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Milk, Wheat, Gluten and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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