Halal Easy Vegetarian Kibbeh Nayeh Alternative

• 1 cup fine bulgur, soaked 15 min and drained well
• 2 cups cooked lentils or 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, pulsed
• 1 small onion, ½ cup fresh parsley & mint
• 2 tsp allspice, 1 tsp cumin, ½ tsp cinnamon, salt & pepper
• 3 tbsp olive oil, pine nuts, pomegranate seeds
• Fresh veggies (cucumber, tomatoes, mint leaves) for serving

1. 1Process lentils/chickpeas with onion, herbs, and spices into a coarse paste. Mix thoroughly with drained bulgur and 2 tbsp oil.
2. 2Spread on a plate or form into small portions. Drizzle with remaining olive oil.
3. 3Top with toasted pine nuts and pomegranate. Serve with fresh vegetables, olives, and yogurt.

Nutrition values are estimates.