Fattoush Middle Eastern Pita Bread and Tomato Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and tangy *Fattoush Middle Eastern Pita Bread and Tomato Salad*, a refreshing culinary classic bursting with fresh flavors and delightful textures. This colorful dish combines crispy oven-toasted pita bread with juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, crisp romaine lettuce, and aromatic herbs like parsley and mint, all tossed in a zesty lemon and sumac dressing for a signature tangy twist. The addition of radishes and red onion adds a peppery kick and bold flavor to every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this effortless recipe is perfect as a light meal, a flavorful appetizer, or a stunning side dish for any occasion. Whether you're exploring Middle Eastern cuisine or looking for a healthier alternative to traditional salads, this fattoush recipe will add vibrant, fresh, and irresistible flavors to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Pita bread
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 4 medium Ripe tomatoes
- 1 large Cucumber
- 1 small Red onion
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Fresh parsley
- 0.5 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 5 small Radishes
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Sumac
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cut the pita bread into bite-sized pieces and spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the pita pieces and sprinkle with 0.5 teaspoon of salt.
Bake the pita for 5-7 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
Meanwhile, dice the tomatoes, slice the cucumber into half-moons, thinly slice the red onion, and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
Finely chop the parsley and mint leaves. Thinly slice the radishes.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, sumac, minced garlic, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and ground black pepper to make the dressing.
In a large salad bowl, combine the tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, romaine lettuce, parsley, mint, and radishes.
Add the crispy pita pieces to the salad bowl.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring the pita pieces are coated but not soaked.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately for the crispiest texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1096 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.6 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3584 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 155.4 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.5 g | 134% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.3 g | ||
| Protein | 36.6 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 858 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 26.6 mg | 148% | |
| Potassium | 4753 mg | 101% | |
*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.
