Ingredients

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

1 bag (16 ounces) frozen pearl onions, thawed and patted dry

1 cup bulgur

1 1/2 cups water

Coarse salt and ground pepper

1/2 cup almonds, toasted and coarsely chopped

2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano leaves

1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest

2 tablespoons lemon juice

Preparation

In a medium pot, heat olive oil over medium-high. Add pearl onions and cook, stirring, until golden in spots, 2 to 3 minutes. Add bulgur and stir to combine. Add water, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, 5 minutes. Stir in almonds, oregano, lemon zest, and lemon juice; season to taste with salt and pepper.