Bulgur and Vegetable Salad

Cover the bulgur with 1 L (approximately 1 quart) of boiling, salted water. Let soak for 30 minutes.

Score the tomatoes crosswise, then pour boiling water over them. Peel and halve the tomatoes. Remove the core and finely dice.

Rinse, trim, and thinly slice the scallions.

Mix the bulgur with the tomatoes, and scallions. Mix in the basil and toss until thoroughly combined.

Mix the lemon juice and oil, then season to taste with salt and pepper. Add to the salad, mix well, and adjust the seasoning if necessary.