Description
Fattoush is a refreshing Middle Eastern bread salad that combines crisp vegetables, herbs, toasted pita bread, and a tangy dressing. This colorful and flavorful dish is perfect for summer gatherings or as a light and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Salad:
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cup cucumber diced
- 1/2 cup radishes thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- 2 pita breads toasted and broken into bite-sized pieces
Dressing:
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sumac
- 1 clove garlic minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Toast the pita breads: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Toast the pita breads for 8-10 minutes until crisp. Let cool and break into bite-sized pieces.
- Prepare the salad: In a large bowl, combine romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, radishes, green onions, parsley, and mint.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, sumac, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the salad: Add toasted pita to the bowl, drizzle with dressing, and toss gently to coat all ingredients.
- Serve: Enjoy the salad immediately for the best texture.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding diced bell peppers or crumbled feta.
- Add toasted pita just before serving to maintain its crunchiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook, Tossing
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
