Zesty Moroccan Beef Skewers with Herbed Bulgur Salad

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs beef sirloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 cups bulgur
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup mint, chopped
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine the beef cubes, 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, garlic, and 1/2 tsp salt. Toss to coat the beef evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 4 hours.

2. 2

   While the beef marinates, cook the bulgur according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and transfer to a large bowl. Add the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped parsley, chopped mint, lemon zest, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss to combine.