Armenian Bulgur Wheat and Lentils With Sweet Peppers Recipe

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Armenian Bulgur Wheat and Lentils With Sweet Peppers
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Directions:

  1. Combine the lentils and broth in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce to medium heat, and cook covered for 20 minutes. Drain the liquid, then add water to make 2 cups and reserve.
  2. Meanwhile, saute the peppers in 1 tablespoon of the oil on medium heat, stirring often, for 10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. Saute the onion in 2-3 tablespoons oil, on medium heat, for 12 minutes or until lightly browned.
  4. Add half of the onions to the lentils. Add the reserved liquid, salt to taste, and the bulgur wheat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium, and cook covered for 20 minutes.
  5. Remove cover, turn off the stove, and add the peppers and the remaining onions. Do not stir, allow to sit for 10 minutes.
  6. Add the black pepper, paprika and cayenne pepper, and green onion, and toss to mix spices and ingredients.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 279.14 Kcal (1169 kJ)
Calories from fat 108.56 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 12.06g 19%
Sodium 292.32mg 12%
Potassium 481.68mg 10%
Total Carbs 30.46g 10%
Sugars 3.79g 15%
Dietary Fiber 13.35g 53%
Protein 10.37g 21%
Vitamin C 49.3mg 82%
Vitamin A 1mg 33%
Iron 19.5mg 108%
Calcium 35.7mg 4%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 111.24 Kcal (466 kJ)
Calories from fat 43.26 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4.81g 19%
Sodium 116.5mg 12%
Potassium 191.96mg 10%
Total Carbs 12.14g 10%
Sugars 1.51g 15%
Dietary Fiber 5.32g 53%
Protein 4.13g 21%
Vitamin C 19.6mg 82%
Vitamin A 0.4mg 33%
Iron 7.8mg 108%
Calcium 14.2mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 5.8
    Points
  • 6
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • cholesterol free,
  • high fiber

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