Description
Fattoush Salad is a vibrant and refreshing Middle Eastern dish featuring crisp mixed greens, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs, all tossed in a tangy sumac and lemon dressing. Crispy toasted pita bread adds a delightful crunch, making it a perfect light meal or side dish bursting with fresh flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1 cup diced cucumbers
- 1/2 cup radishes, sliced
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup mint leaves, chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon sumac
- Salt to taste
Pita Chips
- 2 large pita breads
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for toasting the pita bread.
- Prepare Pita Bread: Cut the pita breads into triangle-shaped pieces and spread them evenly on a baking sheet to ensure even crisping.
- Toast Pita: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and toast the pita triangles for about 10 minutes, or until they become golden and crispy.
- Mix Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, chopped tomatoes, diced cucumbers, sliced radishes, green onions, parsley, and mint. Toss gently to mix the fresh ingredients evenly.
- Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, sumac, and salt until well combined to create a zesty and flavorful dressing.
- Toss Salad: Pour the dressing over the mixed salad ingredients and toss thoroughly to coat every piece with the tangy dressing.
- Add Pita Chips: Just before serving, sprinkle the crispy toasted pita triangles onto the top of the salad to maintain their crunch and enhance texture.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add diced cucumbers and tomatoes to the pita before toasting for a herby crunch.
- Sumac can be found in Middle Eastern spice sections or specialty stores, and it adds a lemony tang.
- Serve immediately after adding the pita chips to preserve their crispness.
- Feel free to customize the herbs by adding dill or cilantro for different flavor profiles.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free pita or replace with toasted gluten-free bread.
