Lemon Bacon Tabouli

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A Mediterranean salad gets a flavor boost from bacon, man’s second-best friend.
Ready in: 1 hour 45 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 4

• 8 ounces bulgur
• Juice and zest of 1 lemon
• Salt and black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon chopped marjoram
• 5 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped
• 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 large clove garlic, crushed
• 2 tablespoons chopped mint
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
• 2 ounces kalamata olives, chopped

Preparation method

Prep: 30 mins | Cook: 15 mins | Extra time: 1 hour, marinating

1. In a mixing bowl, cover bulgur with water. Soak for 30 minutes, then drain well.
2. Make the dressing by combining lemon juice, salt, pepper, sugar, and marjoram in a bowl. Whisk while you slowly pour in the olive oil.
3. Add tomatoes, onion, garlic, mint, and parsley. Toss with bulgur, and cover. Marinate in refrigerator for 1 hour.
4. Cook bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towels, then chop. Combine with chopped olives and lemon zest.
5. Serve tabouli on a platter with bacon and olive mixture surrounding it. If desired, serve with pita bread for dipping.