Bulgar with Chickpeas, Spinach, and Za’atar

This dish comes together with little effort; all you have to do is throw it in an Instant Pot!

Bulgar with Chickpeas, Spinach, and Za’atar [Vegan]

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
• 1 onion, chopped fine
• 1/2 teaspoon table salt
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons za’atar, divided
• 1 cup medium-grind bulgur, rinsed
• 1 (15‑ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 5 ounces (5 cups) baby ­spinach, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice, plus lemon wedges for serving

Preparation

1. Using highest sauté function, heat 2 tablespoons oil in Instant Pot until shimmering. Add onion and salt and cook until onion is softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and 1 tablespoon za’atar and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in bulgur, ­chickpeas, and water.
2. Lock lid in place and close pressure release valve. Select high pressure cook function and cook for 1 minute. Turn off Instant Pot and quick-release pressure. Carefully remove lid, allowing steam to escape away from you.
3. Gently fluff bulgur with fork. Lay clean dish towel over pot, replace lid, and let sit for 5 minutes. Add spinach, lemon juice, remaining 1 tablespoon za’atar, and remaining 1 tablespoon oil and gently toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with lemon wedges.

https://www.onegreenplanet.org/vegan-recipe/bulgar-with-chickpeas-spinach-and-zaatar-vegan/