LEBANESE-STYLE BREAD SALAD WITH TOMATOES AND HERBS
Ripe tomatoes, cool cucumbers and toasted pita bread, or Middle-Eastern bread salad. To be completely authentic, this Lebanese dish that is served in various forms across the region should also contain a sprinkling of reddish powdered sumac, which has a sour, lemony flavor and is available from good spice merchants. Fresh purslane, a slightly sour green succulent plant, is also traditional to the dish. You can sometimes get it at farmers markets, or find it growing wild. (It volunteers itself in most vegetable gardens.) But neither is required.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories easy, quick, salads and dressings, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Toast pita until crisp and dry. When cool, break into bite-size pieces and set aside.
- Put tomato, cucumber, pepper, onion and scallions in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. In a separate bowl, whisk together lemon juice, vinegar, olive oil, garlic and cumin. Pour dressing over vegetables and mix to coat. Let marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature or refrigerate for up to an hour, if desired.
- Just before serving, add parsley, mint, cilantro and toasted pita. Toss gently. Sprinkle with sumac, if using.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 327, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 700 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams
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[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
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[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of tomatoes, but I loved this salad. The dressing was so flavorful that it really complemented the tomatoes.
Roni
[email protected]This salad is a great canvas for experimentation. I've added different herbs, vegetables, and even fruits to it and it's always delicious.
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[email protected]I added some grilled chicken to this salad and it was delicious.
Daramola Gaius
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover bread and tomatoes.
Likhona Mxhamli
[email protected]I love that this salad is so easy to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.
Phille Sokhela
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a light and healthy lunch or dinner.
Qubarn Shar
[email protected]This salad is so flavorful and refreshing. I love the combination of tomatoes, herbs, and bread.
Rasak Akanbi
[email protected]I made this salad for a picnic and it was a perfect choice. It was easy to transport and everyone loved it.
Rorie Kearse
[email protected]This salad was a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the unique flavors and textures. I will definitely be making this again for my next gathering.
Ms Shana
[email protected]I've never had Lebanese-style bread salad before, but this recipe was a great introduction. The flavors were incredible, and the salad was very easy to make. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of summer salads.
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[email protected]This salad was a delicious and refreshing summer dish. The combination of tomatoes, herbs, and bread was perfect, and the dressing was light and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!