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fattoush
Fattoush, the iconic Lebanese salad, combines crisp pita and fresh herbs for an irresistible, vibrant meal. Easy, healthy, and full of flavor!
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Cut the pita bread into small squares and toast for about 8-10 minutes until golden and crisp. Set aside to cool.
- In a large salad bowl, combine romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, radishes, parsley, and fresh mint.
- In a small bowl, whisk together sumac, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- Add the toasted pita pieces to the bowl and toss again just before serving, so the bread remains crunchy.
- Serve your Fattoush salad immediately, garnishing with extra sumac or fresh herbs if desired!
Notes
Fattoush is a beloved staple of Lebanese cuisine, celebrated for its refreshing crunch and lively flavors. This vibrant salad is wonderfully versatile—perfect as a light lunch, an appetizer at dinner parties, or as a colorful side to grilled meats and falafel. Its delightful blend of crisp vegetables, aromatic herbs, and tangy sumac dressing stands out among Middle Eastern salads.
Expert Tips for Perfect Fattoush
- Keep it crunchy: Toast or bake your pita bread until well golden and let it cool before tossing. Add it to the salad just before serving to avoid sogginess.
- Ingredient swaps: Don’t have romaine? Try using mixed greens or even iceberg lettuce. You can also add diced bell peppers or scallions for extra crunch and flavor.
- The power of sumac: Don’t skip sumac! This tangy spice gives fattoush its unmistakable lemony kick. If sumac is unavailable, increase the lemon juice, but the flavor won’t be quite the same.
- Uniform chopping: Dice vegetables in roughly the same size for visual appeal and even flavor in every bite.
Extra Preparation Insights
- Herb freshness: Use fresh parsley and mint. Gently pat them dry after washing to avoid wilting your salad.
- Season smartly: Taste and adjust salt, lemon, or olive oil before serving. Fattoush should be bright and balanced.
Serving and Pairing Suggestions
- Serve chilled: Fattoush is fantastic when chilled for 10-15 minutes before serving, which helps flavors meld together.
- Pairings: Complete your Middle Eastern meal with hummus, baba ganoush, tabbouleh, or grilled chicken skewers.
- Vary it up: Fold in crumbled feta cheese, roasted chickpeas, or pomegranate seeds for your own creative touch and added nutrition.
