Fattoush Salad
Fattoush is a popular Middle Eastern salad known for its fresh, tangy flavor and crispy pieces of toasted or fried pita bread.
Ingredients
For the Vegetables:
- ½ head of romaine lettuce
- 2 medium tomatoe
- 2 medium cucumber
- 1 medium green pepper
- 1 small red onion
- 1 green onion
For the Dressing:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp sumac adjust to taste
- 1 tbsp pomegranate molasses
- Salt to taste
For The Pita Chips:
- 1 large pita bread cut into 1" squares
- 1 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil
Instructions
- Chop vegetables (lettuce, tomato, cucumber, pepper ) into bite-sized pieces.
- Finely chop green onion (the green and white part) and chop red onion into thin slices.
- Place everything into a large salad bowl.
- In a small bowl or jar, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, pomegranate molasses, sumac, and salt. Whisk the dressing until well combined.
- Heat oil in a skillet and fry the pita pieces until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Assemble: Just before serving, pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Add the pita chips last to keep them crisp.
Notes
- Don’t dress it too early: If you dress the salad too soon, the pita chips will absorb the dressing and lose their crispness. Always add the chips right before serving.
- Customize the veggies: Feel free to adjust the vegetables based on your preferences. colorful bell peppers, radish, or even a handful of arugula can be great additions.
- Adjust the sumac: Sumac is the star spice in Fattoush, but its tangy flavor can vary. Start with a teaspoon and taste as you go. If you want extra tang, add more sumac or a bit more lemon juice.