Fattoush

Elevate your salad game with Fattoush, a vibrant and flavorful Middle Eastern bread salad that’s as refreshing as it is satisfying. This beloved dish combines crispy, golden pita bread with a medley of colorful vegetables like juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and peppery radishes, all tossed in a zesty lemon-sumac vinaigrette. Fresh herbs like parsley and mint bring aromatic depth, while the toasted pita adds a delightful crunch. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, Fattoush is a perfect side dish or light meal bursting with bold, tangy flavors and wholesome ingredients. Serve it as a show-stopping addition to a Mediterranean feast or enjoy it on its own for a healthy, refreshing option.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

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

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cut the pita bread into bite-sized pieces and spread them on a baking sheet.

Step 3

Drizzle the pita pieces with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and toss to coat evenly.

Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven for 7-10 minutes or until the pita is crispy and golden brown. Set aside to cool.

Step 5

Wash and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it into a large salad bowl.

Step 6

Dice the tomatoes and cucumber, slice the red onion thinly, and slice the radishes into thin rounds. Add them to the salad bowl.

Step 7

Finely chop the parsley and mint leaves, then add them to the salad bowl as well.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss everything together to coat the vegetables evenly.

Step 10

Just before serving, add the cooled crispy pita pieces to the salad and give it a final toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1808.3 grams (1808.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1134

Total Fat 61.70g	79%
Saturated Fat 9.40g	47%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3467mg	151%
Total Carbohydrate 135.90g	49%
Dietary Fiber 29.30g	105%
Total Sugars 34.80g
Protein 30.60g	61%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 696mg	54%
Iron 21mg	116%
Potassium 3780mg	80%

*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: 45.5%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 44.5%