Low Sodium Fattoush

Delightfully fresh and heart-healthy, this Low Sodium Fattoush is a vibrant twist on the traditional Middle Eastern salad, perfect for those watching their salt intake without compromising on flavor. Packed with crisp romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and colorful radishes, this dish gets a zesty kick from fresh parsley, mint, and a sprinkle of tangy sumac. Toasted whole wheat pita bread adds irresistible crunch, while a simple dressing of extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice ties everything together beautifully. Ready in just 30 minutes, this low-sodium, nutrient-rich salad is ideal as a light lunch, a refreshing side, or the centerpiece of a wholesome Mediterranean-inspired meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 whole wheat pita bread
• 1 large head romaine lettuce
• 1 large English cucumber
• 2 medium tomatoes
• 5 small radishes
• 1 medium green bell pepper
• 1 small red onion
• 0.5 cup fresh parsley
• 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves
• 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.25 cup lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons sumac
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 clove garlic

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Place the whole wheat pita bread on a baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes, or until crispy. Allow to cool, then break into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce. Tear or chop into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.

Step 4

Peel the English cucumber and dice it into small cubes. Add to the salad bowl.

Step 5

Core and dice the tomatoes. Add to the salad bowl.

Step 6

Thinly slice the radishes and add to the bowl.

Step 7

Remove the seeds from the green bell pepper, dice it, and add to the salad bowl.

Step 8

Thinly slice the red onion and add to the bowl.

Step 9

Chop the fresh parsley and fresh mint leaves finely and add to the salad.

Step 10

In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, sumac, black pepper, and minced garlic to make the dressing.

Step 11

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to evenly coat all ingredients.

Step 12

Add the crispy pita pieces and gently toss again.

Step 13

Allow the salad to sit for about 10 minutes to meld the flavors before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1810.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1192.0

Total Fat 65.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1213.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 144.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.8g	0%
Total Sugars 36.7g
Protein 31.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 605.0mg	0%
Iron 18.5mg	0%
Potassium 3679.2mg	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: 45.4%

Protein: 9.8%

Carbs: 44.8%