Jennifer Aniston Salad

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This vegan Jennifer Aniston Salad is wholesome, delicious, and easy to make. 

I’m a huge Jennifer Aniston fan. I loved her as Rachel Green on Friends and since then I’ve been a fan and been following her projects ever since. And, my friends know how much I love a good salad. 

I finally got around to making this viral salad from TikTok. So the story goes Jennifer Aniston ate this bulgur salad every day for many years on the set of Friends. 

After some research, I found that Jennifer shared this salad while doing an Instagram takeover for a brand called Living Proof back in 2015. The brand is no longer on IG, but you can still find it on Way Back Machine (a site for looking up old content). In the post, Jennifer says “My perfect salad – Bulgar, cucumbers, parsley, mint, red onion, garbanzo beans, feta cheese, & pistachios.”

Ingredients you’ll need for Jennifer Aniston Salad

• Bulgur – Comes from cracked whole-grain kernels of wheat. It’s nutritious, originated in the Mediterranean region, and has been around for over 4,000 years. It comes together really fast in under 15 minutes on the stovetop. Replace bulgur with quinoa or farro, if too hard to find or if you need a gluten-free option. 
• Chickpeas – I use chickpeas straight out of the can for this recipe. I’d suggest roasting them for an even better depth of flavor. 
• Red onion – I use red onions for this recipe. Use any onion of your choice. Or, leave it out if you want. 
• Fresh parsley & mint  – Fresh herbs enhance the flavors of this salad. Feel free to use any herbs of your choice. 
• Pistachios – add a mildly sweet and earthy flavor. However, mix it up with almonds or pumpkin seeds. 
• Cucumber – Mini Persian cucumbers or English cucumbers are great in salads. 
• Vegan Feta – I like Follow Your Heart brand, crumbled feta, but feel free to use any feta you like.
• Tahini dressing – Make this dressing for that tanginess and sweetness. It includes dijon mustard, maple syrup (or honey), lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. 

How to cook Bulgur wheat

• Add one cup of bulgur, 2 cups of water, and a pinch of kosher salt to a saucepan.
• Bring to a boil, then cover and cook over low heat until tender, about 12 minutes, or until the liquid absorbs. 
• Remove from heat and let stand, covered for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Use immediately, or spread on a baking sheet to let cool. 

How to make this vegan Jennifer Aniston Salad

1. Cook the bulgur according to the package instructions. Let it cool before adding it to the salad.
2. Finely chop the pistachios, cucumbers, parsley, mint, and red onion.  
3. Add all the ingredients to a serving bowl and vegan feta (if using). Drizzle the tahini dressing on top and mix well. 

Bulgur Salad Substitutions

This recipe is highly customizable. I listed a few ways to substitute some of the ingredients below. 

• Bulgur – Substitute for quinoa, farro, orzo, or your favorite rice. 
• Protein/fiber – Can leave out chickpeas or sub for lentils. As mentioned earlier, I highly recommend roasting the chickpeas for this salad for a better depth of flavor and crunch. In addition, top with hemp seeds for flavor, Omega fatty acids, and protein. 
• Creaminess – Use feta, goat, parmesan, or skip and use avocado for that creamy factor. 
• Nuts – Sub for almonds, cashews, sunflower seeds, brazil nuts, or walnuts. 
• Sweetness – For extra sweetness, add chopped dates or cranberries. 

How to store this salad

Meal prepping is a great way to save time during the week. Store this salad in an air-tight container in the fridge for 5 days. 

Pairing Suggestions with Bulgur Salad

This salad would be delicious with air fry cauliflower, butternut squash soup, or my roasted eggplant sandwich. 

Other Vegan Salads you’ll love:

• Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
• Sweet Potato Farro Salad
• Kale Tempeh Salad

Leave a comment below and tag me on Instagram and let me know if you make Jennifer Aniston’s Salad. I’d love to hear from you;-)

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