1 c. dry Bulgur Wheat
1 1/2 c. boiling water
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 c. fresh lemon juice
1 heaping tsp. crushed fresh garlic
1/2 tsp. dried mint
1/4 c. olive oil
Fresh black pepper
1/2 c. chopped scallions, include green part
2 med. tomatoes, diced
1 packed c. fresh chopped parsley
1 chopped cucumber or summer squash
Optional:
1/2 c. cooked chick peas
1/2 c. coarsely grated carrot
1 chopped green pepper

Combine bulgur wheat, boiling water and salt in large bowl. Cover and let stand 15-20 minutes. Add lemon juice, garlic, oil and mint; mix thoroughly. Refrigerate 2-3 hours or overnight. Just before serving add vegetables and black pepper; mix gently. Garnish with feta cheese and black olives.