wholewheat tuna treat

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 3/4 cups dry bulgur wheat
• 1 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 pound bacon
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 (6 ounce) cans tuna, drained

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• place the bulgur wheat into a saucepan with at least 3 times it's depth in water. bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes. add water if necessary to prevent burning. when the wheat is tender, stir in a pinch of salt and simmer for 5 more minutes. when done, drain and set aside to cool.
• place bacon in a large, deep skillet. cook over medium-high heat until evenly brown. drain, crumble and set aside. place the diced avocado into a small bowl. season with salt and pepper, then toss with lemon juice to thoroughly coat.
• in a large bowl, combine the tuna and cooled bulgur wheat. add the bacon and the avocado with its juice, and toss gently. serve as a meal or as a salad.