Middle Eastern Fattoush Salad

Brighten up your table with the vibrant and refreshing flavors of a classic Middle Eastern Fattoush Salad! This easy-to-make dish pairs crispy, oven-toasted pita bread with a medley of fresh vegetables like romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and peppery radishes. The salad gets its signature tangy zest from a sumac-spiced lemon dressing, while fresh parsley and mint leaves add an herby kick. Perfect as a healthy side dish or a light main course, this Fattoush Salad offers a delightful balance of crisp textures and bold, citrusy flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a quick and nutritious option for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces pita bread
• 60 ml extra virgin olive oil
• 10 g sumac spice
• 1 head romaine lettuce
• 250 g cherry tomatoes
• 1 large cucumber
• 1 small red onion
• 5 pieces radishes
• 1 bunch parsley
• 1 bunch mint leaves
• 1 large lemon
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

Cut the pita bread into bite-sized squares and place them on a baking sheet.

Step 3

Drizzle 30 ml of extra virgin olive oil over the pita pieces and toss to coat them evenly.

Step 4

Sprinkle half of the sumac over the pita pieces.

Step 5

Bake for 7-10 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown. Remove from oven and set aside to cool.

Step 6

Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.

Step 7

Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber into thick coins, and thinly slice the red onion and radishes. Add all vegetables to the bowl with lettuce.

Step 8

Chop the parsley and mint leaves finely, discarding any large stems, and add them to the salad.

Step 9

In a small bowl, squeeze the juice of the lemon, removing any seeds.

Step 10

Add the remaining olive oil, sumac, ground black pepper, and salt to the lemon juice and whisk until well combined.

Step 11

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss everything gently to combine.

Step 12

Finally, add the crisped pita pieces and toss lightly once more to ensure everything is well coated.

Step 13

Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors and crunchy textures.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1777.3 grams (1777.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1143

Total Fat 62.00g	79%
Saturated Fat 9.00g	45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3557mg	155%
Total Carbohydrate 144.80g	53%
Dietary Fiber 35.00g	125%
Total Sugars 31.30g
Protein 31.80g	64%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 888mg	68%
Iron 23mg	127%
Potassium 3841mg	82%

*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: 44.1%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 45.8%