Shrimp & Feta Tabbouleh

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Shrimp & Feta Tabbouleh

This recipe takes the Middle Eastern side dish and transforms it into a hunger-squashing main meal. And with 24 grams of protein and six grams of fiber, it will shut up a rumbling stomach for hours.

Ingredients:

2/3 c medium-grind bulgur (next to the rice in most supermarkets)
1 2/3 c water
1/3 c fresh lemon juice
12 oz precooked peeled or thawed frozen shrimp, coarsely chopped
3/8 tsp black pepper
1 c diced cucumber
1 pint grape tomatoes
1/2 c chopped red onion
1/2 c chopped parsley
2 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 c (2 oz) crumbled feta cheese
1/4 tsp salt

Preparation:

In a saucepan, combine bulgur, water, and 2 tablespoons lemon juice; bring to a boil. Cover and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and let cool.

Place shrimp in large serving bowl. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons lemon juice and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Let stand for 5 minutes.

Stir in cucumber, tomatoes, onion, parsley, oil, and cheese. Add salt, remaining lemon juice, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper and toss.

Stir in cooled bulgur. Divide evenly into four salad bowls. Makes four servings.

Nutritional Info:
Per serving: 301 calories
12 g fat (3.5 g saturated)
513 mg sodium
27 g carbs
6 g fiber
24 g protein