Vegetarian Hamburger Salad
This Vegetarian Hamburger Salad has become a staple in my kitchen. It’s not just delicious; it’s soul-satisfying. Even though this is a new dish, each mouthful brings back summer memories. That’s because the crisp pickles, onion, mustard, and herbs all scream backyard BBQ. It’s almost as if you’re eating a meatless hamburger.

Salad Ingredients



The Secret to the Perfect Vegetarian Hamburger Salad Salad
The Secret Is to Not Add Too Much Liquid to the Bulgur
- This is the most crucial step. It’s important to add an equal ratio of 1:1 water to bulgur. Any extra water will leave the bulgur overly wet.
- Also, the dressing has a modest amount. Again, that’s to ensure that the salad doesn’t become too soggy and unpleasant. Light and fluffy are key.
Dice the Veggies around the Same Size
- I prefer to dice the onions, pickles, and cucumbers into small, uniform pieces. Because the vegetables are chopped fine, you receive a little bit of each component in each bite, which is essential for mouthfeel.
How Long Does this Salad Last?
Feel free to store this salad in a container with a lid for no longer than 48 hours. I find that the cucumbers can tend to be less crunchy then.
More Crave-Worthy Recipes to Try
- Roasted Spiced Celery Root with Jasmin Rice
- Garlicky Cabbage and Carrot Yogurt Meze
- Authentic Kisir (Turkish Bulgur Salad)
- Creamy Avocado Cacik
- Turkish Tzatziki Sauce Recipe (Cacik)
Vegetarian Hamburger Salad

Ingredients
For the Dressing
Instructions
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Add the bulgur to a large mixing bowl. Pour the boiling water over the bulgur, cover with a cloth, and allow to rest for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, dice the veggies and start making the dressing.
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Make the dressing by adding mustard, honey, olive oil, oregano, Aleppo pepper, salt, and pepper into a bowl and whisk until a homogenized dressing forms.
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When ready, fluff the bulgur with a fork (or I like to use my hands) until all balls are fluffy and light. Next, add the dressing and mix with a fork (or again, I like to use my hands).
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Finally, add the diced veggies, and dill to the bulgur. Toss to combine. Enjoy right away or refrigerate for up to 24 hours.