Bulgur Salad With Tomatoes, Scallions and Herbs

• 12 cup medium-grade bulgur
• 2 large tomatoes, finely chopped
• 4 scallions, thinly sliced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 13 cup chopped mint
• 13 cup chopped flat leaf parsley
• 12 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• salt & freshly ground black pepper
• balsamic vinegar, for sprinkling

1. In a large bowl of hot water, soak the bulgur until softened, about 1 hour.
2. Drain the bulgur well and press out as much water as possible.
3. Transfer the bulgur to a large bowl.
4. Add the tomatoes, scallions, garlic, jalapeno, tomato paste, olive oil, mint, parsley and crushed red pepper; mix well.
5. Season with salt, pepper and balsamic vinegar.
6. Serve at room temperature.

tomatoes, scallions, garlic, jalapeno, tomato paste, extra virgin olive oil, mint, flat leaf parsley, red pepper, salt, balsamic vinegar

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/bulgur-salad-with-tomatoes-scallions-and-herbs-316346 (may not work)