Jennifer Aniston’s Salad
A fresh, protein-packed Mediterranean salad with bulgur, chickpeas, cucumbers, herbs, feta, and pistachios tossed in a lemon–olive oil dressing. Light yet satisfying and perfect for make-ahead lunches or an easy side.
Ingredients
- 1 cup bulgur, cooked and cooled
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/3 cup chopped red onion
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup roasted pistachios, chopped
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook bulgur according to package directions, then spread on a sheet pan to steam off and cool completely.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled bulgur, chickpeas, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint.
- Add crumbled feta and chopped pistachios.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, a pinch of salt, and several grinds of black pepper.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or lemon as needed. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 11gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 280mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3g
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