Bulgur with Tuna & Grilled Zucchini
618 kcal per person
49g Protein
67g Carbs
17g Fat
11g Fiber
Ingredients
- 3 ounces bulgur (84 g)
- ½ cube vegetable bouillon
- 5 ounces tuna, in water (140 g)
- 1 zucchini
- 1 scallion
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 ml)
- 1 squeeze lemon juice (5 ml)
Preparing this recipe
- Cook the bulgur with the bouillon cube according to the package directions.
- Drain the tuna in a colander. Meanwhile, slice the zucchini and thinly slice the scallion.
- Lightly brush both sides of the zucchini slices with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the zucchini for 3–4 minutes per side.
- In a bowl, combine the bulgur, tuna, and scallion. Season with lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the tuna bulgur to a plate and serve with the grilled zucchini on the side.
Tip van FitChef
1. For extra flavor, add fresh herbs like parsley or mint, or sprinkle with a little lemon zest.
2. Make sure the grill pan is hot before adding the zucchini. This helps create nice grill marks while keeping the slices firm.
