A traditional Middle Eastern salad that celebrates fresh vegetables and simple ingredients.
It offers steady energy while remaining light but satisfying.
Crisp lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers provide freshness in every bite.
Crunchy toasted pita adds the signature texture without heaviness.
A bright lemon and sumac dressing brings together the classic flavors enjoyed throughout the Levant.
Ideal for maintaining a steady plant-forward lifestyle.
Start with the Vegetable Cooking Guide:
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Fatoush Salad
Fattoush salad with fresh vegetables, toasted pita, herbs, and lemon-sumac dressing. A refreshing Middle Eastern classic bursting with Mediterranean flavor.
Ingredients
Equipment
Salad Bowl
Baking Sheet
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange pita pieces on a baking sheet and toast for 8-10 minutes until crisp and golden.
- In a large salad bowl, combine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, radishes, bell pepper, onion, parsley, and mint.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, sumac, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables.
- Toss gently until evenly coated.
- Add the toasted pita pieces just before serving.
- Toss lightly once more.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve immediately while the pita remains crisp.
Nutrition
Notes
• Add the toasted pita just before serving to keep it crunchy.
• Sumac is the traditional spice that gives Fattoush its signature tangy flavor.
• Add pomegranate seeds for extra color and sweetness if desired.
• Best enjoyed fresh on the day it is prepared.
• Sumac is the traditional spice that gives Fattoush its signature tangy flavor.
• Add pomegranate seeds for extra color and sweetness if desired.
• Best enjoyed fresh on the day it is prepared.