Jennifer Aniston Salad

Name: Jennifer Aniston Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 cup dry bulgur wheat; 2 cups water or vegetable broth; 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained; 1 cup chopped cucumber; 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion; 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint; 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, chopped; 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; Salt and black pepper to taste

A fresh, protein packed salad that is famous for a reason.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 Mediterranean· July 20, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

15 minutes

Total

30 minutes

Serves

This salad gained fame for being a perfect healthy lunch that actually keeps you full. It is full of crunchy textures and bright flavors that make eating your greens feel like a treat rather than a chore.

My favorite thing about this recipe is how well the flavors meld together after sitting for a few hours. If you are making this for a busy work week, you can mix everything together ahead of time without worrying about it getting soggy.

🧺 Ingredients

1 cup dry bulgur wheat
2 cups water or vegetable broth
1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 cup chopped cucumber
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
1/2 cup shelled pistachios, chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Salt and black pepper to taste

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Cook the bulgur wheat in boiling water or broth according to the package directions, then let it cool completely.
2
In a large bowl, combine the cooked bulgur, chickpeas, cucumber, red onion, parsley, mint, and pistachios.
3
Whisk the olive oil and lemon juice together in a small jar or bowl.
4
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything to coat.
5
Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese right before serving.
6
Season with salt and pepper to your liking.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. If you want to make this gluten free, you can swap the bulgur for cooked quinoa. Serve this alongside grilled chicken for an even heartier meal.

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