Fattoush Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with Middle Eastern flavors, this classic Fattoush Salad is a vibrant medley of crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy radishes, and fragrant herbs like parsley and mint. The star of the dish is the sumac-laced dressing, a tangy blend of lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic that brings all the ingredients to life. Topped with golden, oven-toasted pita chips for the perfect crunch, this colorful salad is both satisfying and refreshing. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an excellent choice for a light lunch, a flavorful side dish, or a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Perfect for fans of Mediterranean cuisine, this Fattoush Salad recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a healthy and vibrant addition to their table.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

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
• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 250 grams Cherry tomatoes
• 1 large Cucumber
• 5 pieces Radishes
• 1 small Red onion
• 15 grams Parsley
• 10 grams Mint leaves
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons Sumac
• 1 clove Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cut the pita bread into small triangles or strips. Place them on a baking sheet.

Step 3

Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle 0.5 teaspoon of salt over the pita pieces. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Set aside to cool.

Step 5

Wash and dry all the vegetables.

Step 6

Coarsely chop the romaine lettuce and place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 7

Halve the cherry tomatoes and slice the cucumber into half-moons. Add them to the salad bowl.

Step 8

Thinly slice the radishes and small red onion; add them to the salad bowl.

Step 9

Roughly chop the parsley and mint leaves, then add them to the salad mix.

Step 10

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by combining the lemon juice, remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, sumac, minced garlic, remaining 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and ground black pepper.

Step 11

Whisk the dressing well until it's emulsified.

Step 12

Pour the dressing over the salad vegetables and toss everything gently until well combined.

Step 13

Just before serving, add the crispy pita chips to maintain their crunchiness.

Step 14

Adjust seasoning to taste and serve the Fattoush Salad immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1308.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	900.1

Total Fat 46.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3528.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 112.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.7g	0%
Total Sugars 21.6g
Protein 25.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 500.3mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 2624.0mg	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: 43.1%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 46.4%