Low Fat Middle Eastern Fattoush Salad

Fresh, vibrant, and guilt-free, this Low Fat Middle Eastern Fattoush Salad is a healthier spin on a traditional Levantine classic. Packed with crisp Romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and tangy red onions, this salad is elevated with the zesty flavors of lemon, sumac, and a medley of fresh herbs like parsley and mint. Whole wheat pita bread is lightly toasted for a wholesome crunch, offering a satisfying texture while keeping the dish low in fat. Perfect as a light lunch or a colorful side dish, this quick and easy fattoush recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. Enjoy a burst of Middle Eastern flavor with every refreshing bite! Keywords: low-fat fattoush salad, Middle Eastern salad, healthy pita bread salad, easy vegetarian recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Whole wheat pita bread
• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 2 medium Tomato
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 5 small Radishes
• 0.5 bunch Parsley
• 0.25 cup Mint leaves
• 0.25 cup Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Sumac
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Cut the whole wheat pita bread into small triangles or strips. Place them on a baking sheet and lightly toast in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until crisp. Remove and set aside to cool.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Peel the cucumber, if desired, and cut it into small cubes. Add to the salad bowl.

Step 5

Dice the tomatoes into small pieces and add them to the salad.

Step 6

Thinly slice the red onion and radishes, and add both to the bowl.

Step 7

Finely chop the parsley and mint leaves, then add them to the salad for fresh herbaceous notes.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until evenly coated.

Step 10

Just before serving, scatter the toasted pita bread over the salad for added crunch.

Step 11

Serve immediately, garnish with extra sumac if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1426.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	866.0

Total Fat 32.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4714.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 133.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.7g	0%
Total Sugars 39.3g
Protein 27.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 510.0mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 2725.6mg	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: 31.3%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 57.0%