Lebanese Fattoush Salad
A vibrant, crunchy, and refreshing Levantine salad featuring crisp vegetables, toasted pita bread, and a tangy sumac-infused dressing.
Ingredients
- •2 large pita breads, cut into 1-inch squares
- •3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- •1 teaspoon dried oregano
- •3 cups romaine lettuce, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- •2 medium tomatoes, diced
- •1 large cucumber, diced
- •4 radishes, thinly sliced
- •1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- •1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- •2 green onions, thinly sliced
- •3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (for dressing)
- •2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- •1 tablespoon pomegranate molasses
- •1 teaspoon ground sumac
- •1 clove garlic, minced
- •Salt to taste
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the pita squares with 3 tablespoons of olive oil and the dried oregano on a baking sheet.
- 2
Bake the pita for 8-10 minutes, tossing halfway through, until golden brown and crispy. Let them cool completely.
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, pomegranate molasses, sumac, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt to create the dressing.
- 4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the romaine, tomatoes, cucumber, radishes, parsley, mint, and green onions.
- 5
Just before serving, pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss well to coat.
- 6
Add the toasted pita chips to the salad and toss gently once more to maintain their crunch.
💡 Chef tips
- Add the pita chips at the very last second to ensure they stay crispy and don't soak up the dressing too quickly.
- If you cannot find pomegranate molasses, you can substitute it with a reduction of balsamic vinegar mixed with a touch of honey.
- You can prepare the vegetables and dressing ahead of time, but keep them separate in the refrigerator until you are ready to assemble.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished salad should be a colorful medley of crisp greens and vegetables, smelling bright and citrusy, with a perfect balance of tart sumac and savory crunch from the toasted pita.