A completely meatless, vegan Turkish classic kneaded from bulgur, tomato paste, walnuts and spices; a fibre-rich, satisfying snack.
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Ecem Akkaba · Dietitian
Dietitian, graduate of İstanbul Medipol University. She develops the recipes and nutrition values on FitZen.
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Fit Çiğ Köfte – Meatless Vegan Bulgur Balls contains 265 calories per serving: 8 g protein, 46 g carbohydrate and 7 g fat. It takes 25 minutes in total and makes 2 servings.
This fit çiğ köfte offers a meatless, vegan take on the traditional recipe with bulgur, tomato paste, walnuts and spices. Rich in fibre and low in fat, it is an ideal choice for anyone seeking a filling, healthy snack.
Put the bulgur in a bowl and add the tomato and red pepper pastes.
Pour the hot water over it, stir and leave to soak for 15 minutes.
Add the grated onion and crushed garlic.
Stir in the cumin, red pepper flakes and ground walnuts.
Add the olive oil and knead the mixture by hand for 8-10 minutes.
Keep kneading until the bulgur softens and the mixture comes together.
Finally, mix in the finely chopped parsley.
Shape in your palm and serve with lettuce leaves and lemon.
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