Hearty Bulgur Pilaf

Ingredients

• 1  14-ounce can reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 1  medium zucchini, quartered lengthwise and sliced 1/2 inch thick
• 1  cup bulgur
• 2  medium carrots, cut into thin bite-size strips
• 1/2  cup chopped onion
• 2  tablespoons snipped fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
• 1/4  teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 1/2  teaspoon finely shredded lemon peel

Directions

In a medium saucepan stir together the chicken broth, zucchini, bulgur, carrots, onion, dried oregano (if using), and crushed red pepper.

Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for 12 to 15 minutes or until bulgur is tender and broth is absorbed. Stir in the fresh oregano (if using) and lemon peel.