Fattoush Middle Eastern Pita Bread and Tomato Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and tangy *Fattoush Middle Eastern Pita Bread and Tomato Salad*, a refreshing culinary classic bursting with fresh flavors and delightful textures. This colorful dish combines crispy oven-toasted pita bread with juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, crisp romaine lettuce, and aromatic herbs like parsley and mint, all tossed in a zesty lemon and sumac dressing for a signature tangy twist. The addition of radishes and red onion adds a peppery kick and bold flavor to every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this effortless recipe is perfect as a light meal, a flavorful appetizer, or a stunning side dish for any occasion. Whether you're exploring Middle Eastern cuisine or looking for a healthier alternative to traditional salads, this fattoush recipe will add vibrant, fresh, and irresistible flavors to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Pita bread
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 4 medium Ripe tomatoes
• 1 large Cucumber
• 1 small Red onion
• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Fresh parsley
• 0.5 cup Fresh mint leaves
• 5 small Radishes
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons Sumac
• 1 clove Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

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

Step 3

Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the pita pieces and sprinkle with 0.5 teaspoon of salt.

Step 4

Bake the pita for 5-7 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.

Step 5

Meanwhile, dice the tomatoes, slice the cucumber into half-moons, thinly slice the red onion, and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces.

Step 6

Finely chop the parsley and mint leaves. Thinly slice the radishes.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, sumac, minced garlic, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and ground black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 8

In a large salad bowl, combine the tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, romaine lettuce, parsley, mint, and radishes.

Step 9

Add the crispy pita pieces to the salad bowl.

Step 10

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring the pita pieces are coated but not soaked.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately for the crispiest texture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2052.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1095.6

Total Fat 48.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3584.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 155.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.5g	0%
Total Sugars 43.3g
Protein 36.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 858.4mg	0%
Iron 26.6mg	0%
Potassium 4753.2mg	0%

*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: 36.3%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 51.6%