1 c. bulgar wheat

(Available in health food stores, Mideast, Delis and some Italian Delis -- also in some groceries under brand name "Ala") 1/4 c. olive oil 1/4 c. wine vinegar Garlic powder, salt, pepper Chopped green onions, bell pepper, tomatoes, parsley, spinach and sliced green olives in quantities you desire (or can substitute other vegetables)

Pour boiling water over bulgar in a ceramic or pyrex bowl and let stand until water is absorbed and wheat is cooked (about 1 1/2 hours).

Add oil, vinegar, garlic powder, salt and pepper and chill.

Chop and chill vegetables and combine with cold wheat mixture. Return to refrigerator to let flavors blend for an hour or so if you have time.

(Estimate on vegetable quantities we use: 1/2 - 1 bunch green onions, 1 green pepper, 3 small tomatoes, 1/2 bunch parsley, 1/2 bunch spinach, about 4 ounces salad olives.)