Corn & Bulgur Salad with Cilantro & Lime

Having a husband from the Midwest, corn is a must everyday of the summer.

I could take it or leave it, however, in order to keep peace in the house, I take it.

Therefore, I am always looking for new ways in which I can use it in recipes

so that we are not gnawing on corn cobs all summer.

Here's one for all you corn lovers!

Corn and Bulgur Salad with Cilantro & Lime

Serves 4-6

This recipe works just as well with other grains such as quinoa, couscous, or rice.

1/2 cup bulgur

1/2 boiling water

1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil

3 ears of corn, shaved about 3 cups kernels

Salt

1/4 medium-size red onion, diced about 1/2 cup

1 jalapeno chili, seeded and thinly sliced

1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice

1 tbsp. fresh lime juice

Cayenne pepper

1 tbsp. coarsely chopped cilantro

Place the bulgur in a medium-size bowl and pour the boiling water over it. Cover and let stand for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a saute pan. Add the corn and 1/4 tsp. salt and saute over medium heat for 5 minutes. Add the onion and saute for about 3 minutes, until the corn is tender. Allow to cool, then toss with the bulgur, chilies, lemon and lime juices, 1/2 tsp. salt, and a few pinches of cayenne pepper. Add more salt if necessary. Toss in the cilantro just before serving.