🍲 Loğusa Toparlanma · Anne
A Warm Plate for the Postpartum Days: Whole-Grain Vegetable Bulgur Pilaf
A fiber- and iron-friendly, satisfying pilaf made with whole-grain bulgur, seasonal vegetables and olive oil, gently nourishing your body during the postpartum period.
⚠️ Contains allergens: gluten
Ingredients
- 1 cup Whole-grain bulgur (coarse)
- 1 piece Onion (finely chopped)
- 1 piece Carrot (small cubes)
- 1 piece Courgette (small cubes)
- 1 piece Red pepper (finely chopped)
- 1 piece Ripe tomato (grated)
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cups Hot water or vegetable stock
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 pinch Salt and black pepper
Directions
- 1
In a wide pot, gently sauté the onion in olive oil over low heat until softened and translucent.
- 2
Add the carrot, courgette and red pepper and stir for a few minutes, until the vegetables soften slightly.
- 3
Stir in the grated tomato and cook until it releases its juice and thickens.
- 4
Add the bulgur and toast for 1-2 minutes so it absorbs the oil, then pour in the hot water or vegetable stock.
- 5
Season with salt and black pepper, cover, and cook over low heat until the bulgur absorbs the liquid (about 12-15 minutes).
- 6
Remove from heat and let it rest under a clean kitchen towel for 10 minutes; fold in the fresh parsley just before serving.
🌱 Why is it nourishing?
Whole-grain bulgur, with its fiber and slow-release carbohydrates, may contribute to lasting fullness and digestive comfort during the postpartum period. Seasonal vegetables such as carrot, courgette and red pepper add colour and a variety of vitamins and minerals, while olive oil provides healthy fats. The vitamin C in tomato and parsley may help the absorption of plant-based iron; this warm plate can be a balanced, practical meal for recovery days.
Maiyko's note
At Maiyko we know how much a warm plate can help a mother return to herself in the postpartum days; the GOTS-certified organic cotton in our baby clothing is chosen with the same care, to touch delicate skin gently. Health Note: This content is for informational purposes; please make nutrition decisions during postpartum and breastfeeding in consultation with your doctor.
Nutrition per serving
320
kcal
8 g
protein
46 g
carbs
12 g
fat
9 g
fiber
Foods in this recipe
⚕️ This recipe is for general informational purposes. The right time to introduce new foods and the risk of allergies vary from baby to baby — consult your pediatrician.