Description
The Jennifer Aniston Salad is a fresh, vibrant, and protein-packed dish made famous by the actress herself. It’s a wholesome mix of bulgur wheat, chickpeas, cucumbers, herbs, feta, and pistachios—perfect for meal prep or a light lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked bulgur wheat (or quinoa for gluten-free)
- 1/2 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped roasted pistachios
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked bulgur, chickpeas, cucumber, red onion, feta, pistachios, parsley, and mint.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss everything gently until well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
Notes
- Substitute bulgur with quinoa for a gluten-free version.
- Add grilled chicken or avocado for extra protein or creaminess.
- This salad holds up well in the fridge for 3–4 days, making it great for meal prep.
- Adjust herbs and lemon to your personal taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: jennifer aniston salad, bulgur salad, healthy salad, chickpea feta salad, Mediterranean lunch