Classic Tabbouleh Salad

Name: Classic Tabbouleh Salad
Ingredients: 1/2 cup bulgar (crushed wheat); Juice of 2 large lemons, to taste; ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional); 3 cups chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley (from 3 large bunches); ¼ - 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint; 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes; 5 scallions, finely chopped; 1 cup diced English cucumber, optional; 1/2 green bell pepper, optional; Salt, preferably kosher salt, to taste; 1 romaine lettuce heart, leaves separated, washed and dried; Pita bread wedges, optional