FATTOUSH SALAD

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Fattoush salad is very popular in the Middle East. It uses sumac, which is a unique spice that adds an acidic flavor to dishes, as lemon juice does. -Stephanie Khio, Bloomingdale, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 whole pita breads
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 bunches romaine, chopped
2 medium cucumbers, halved and sliced
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
5 radishes, sliced
DRESSING:
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 medium lemon, juiced (2-3 tablespoons)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground sumac
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Arrange pita breads in a single layer on an ungreased baking sheet; brush with oil and sprinkle with salt. Bake until crisp, 8-10 minutes, turning once. Cool. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss the lettuce, tomato, cucumber, green pepper, radishes, parsley and mint. Break toasted pitas into small pieces over salad. In a small bowl, whisk the olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 436mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Max Stone
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so delicious.


Clara Ijeoma
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This salad is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Anosha Khan
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I'm not a huge fan of fattoush salad, but this recipe was actually pretty good. I might even make it again.


Ram Ishwar
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


M Ramzan Arain
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The tangy dressing really brings out the freshness of the vegetables.


Mari Belle
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I've been making this salad for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect side dish for summer BBQs and picnics.


Ezzatullah Ahmadzai
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover pita bread. I also love that it's a healthy and refreshing dish.


Hector Pacheco
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Overall, I thought this salad was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it didn't really wow me either.


Mitu 07
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I found this recipe to be a bit too complicated. There are a lot of ingredients and steps involved.


Yoyal praja
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This salad was a bit too tangy for my taste. I think I would have preferred a more mellow dressing.


Wishmitha Induwara
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I love this salad! It's so light and healthy, and the flavors are amazing. I especially love the crispy pita chips.


Rupel Noon
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This was my first time making fattoush salad and it turned out great! The dressing was easy to make and the salad was very refreshing. I will definitely be making this again.


Atik St
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of crunchy veggies, crispy pita chips, and tangy dressing is irresistible. I highly recommend trying this recipe!


Morjina Khan
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This fattoush salad was a huge hit at my last potluck! Everyone raved about the fresh, flavorful ingredients and the perfect balance of tangy and savory flavors. I'll definitely be making this again soon.


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