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Source of fiber, plant protein, and complex carbohydrates
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Selected: 100 g
158
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
27.1g
· 65%
Protein
5.2g
· 13%
Fat
4.1g
· 22%
Fiber
5.2g
Vitamins
B1
0.12mg · 10% DV
Folate
38µg · 10% DV
B3
1.45mg · 9% DV
B6
0.16mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1mg · 43% DV
Phosphorus
118mg · 17% DV
Sodium
245mg · 11% DV
Magnesium
42mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.56g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.96g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.02g
Omega 6:3 ratio 23:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (23:1).
Briefly toast the bulgur in oil, add hot broth, and avoid stirring it repeatedly while it cooks. Letting it rest covered for 10–15 minutes after the liquid is absorbed helps the grains stay more separate.
Add cooked chickpeas near the end of cooking so they heat through without breaking apart. Dried chickpeas should be soaked and fully cooked separately before being used in the pilaf.
Dilute very salty broth with unsalted hot water and wait until the end before adding any extra salt. Adding more spices or oil will not remove the saltiness; reducing the concentration of the broth is more effective.
The fibre from both bulgur and chickpeas may make it more satisfying than a similar plain rice dish. Fullness also depends on the rest of the meal, especially vegetables and protein foods served alongside it.
It can work well a few hours before training as a carbohydrate-containing meal with enough time to digest. Immediately before hard exercise, chickpeas may cause bloating for some people, so a smaller familiar serving is often more comfortable.
Yes, it can be part of a balanced evening meal with a salad, cooked vegetables, or yogurt on the side. People who find legumes uncomfortable late at night may prefer a smaller serving or an earlier dinner.
Chickpeas can cause gas in some people because they contain fermentable carbohydrates. Cooking them thoroughly, rinsing canned chickpeas well, and increasing intake gradually can improve tolerance.
Bulgur can develop a bitter taste if it is toasted too long over high heat or if the bottom of the pan scorches. Use medium heat, lower it after adding broth, and watch closely when using a thin-bottomed pan.
Refrigerate it in a shallow container within two hours of cooking and generally eat it within 3 to 4 days. Reheat until steaming hot throughout, and avoid cooling and reheating the same batch repeatedly.
Yes, freeze it once fully cooled in airtight portions. The bulgur may become slightly softer after thawing, but it reheats well for a quick meal or can be used in soups and stuffed vegetable fillings.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.