Fattoush

Fattoush is a vibrant, refreshing salad that combines crispy vegetables with toasted pita bread, all dressed in a zesty lemon and sumac dressing. This healthy Greek-inspired dish is perfect for a light meal or as a side dish.

Ingredients

• Romaine lettuce - 100 grams, chopped
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
• Radishes - 4, thinly sliced
• Bell pepper (red or yellow) - 1, diced
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Fresh parsley - 30 grams, chopped
• Fresh mint - 15 grams, chopped
• Pita bread - 1 large, cut into triangles
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Sumac - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Place the pita bread triangles on a baking sheet and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Bake for 5-7 minutes or until golden and crispy.
3. In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced radishes, diced bell pepper, chopped green onions, parsley, and mint.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, sumac, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
5. Once the pita chips are ready, let them cool slightly before adding them to the salad bowl.
6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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