Fatoosh

Elevate your salad game with Fattoush, a vibrant and refreshing Middle Eastern bread salad that's bursting with color, flavor, and texture. This classic recipe combines crisp romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, peppery radishes, and aromatic herbs like parsley and mint, all tossed in a tangy lemon and sumac dressing that brings a zesty, citrusy kick to every bite. The crowning glory? Golden, oven-toasted pita chips that add the perfect crunch. Ready in just 30 minutes, Fattoush is a versatile dish that serves beautifully as a light main course or a flavorful side. Healthy, quick, and satisfying, this Mediterranean favorite is sure to become a staple in your recipe rotation!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Pita bread
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 1 large Cucumber
• 2 medium Tomatoes
• 1 small Red onion
• 4 small Radishes
• 0.5 bunch Parsley
• 0.25 bunch Mint leaves
• 2 teaspoons Sumac
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cut the pita bread into small squares or triangles. Arrange them on a baking sheet and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 3

Bake the pita pieces in the oven for 5-7 minutes or until golden and crispy. Remove and let cool.

Step 4

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce. Chop it into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large mixing bowl.

Step 5

Peel the cucumber if desired, then dice it into small cubes. Add to the bowl.

Step 6

Dice the tomatoes, thinly slice the red onion, and trim and slice the radishes. Add them all to the bowl.

Step 7

Finely chop the parsley and mint leaves, then mix them with the vegetables in the bowl.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, sumac, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.

Step 10

Top the salad with the cooled, crispy pita pieces.

Step 11

Serve immediately as a side dish or light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1651.8 grams (1651.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	970

Total Fat 46.90g	60%
Saturated Fat 7.20g	36%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3439mg	150%
Total Carbohydrate 127.60g	46%
Dietary Fiber 24.70g	88%
Total Sugars 29.70g
Protein 27.60g	55%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 485mg	37%
Iron 14mg	77%
Potassium 3106mg	66%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.5%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 48.9%