Fattoush Salad

Fattoush Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines crispy vegetables with toasted pita and a zesty lemon dressing. This Kosher Greek-inspired version brings a delightful twist to the classic recipe, perfect for a light meal or side dish.

Ingredients

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

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Spread the pita triangles on a baking sheet and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then bake for about 5-7 minutes or until golden and crispy.
3. While the pita is baking, prepare the vegetables: in a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, diced cucumber, diced tomato, sliced radishes, diced bell pepper, sliced green onions, chopped parsley, and chopped 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 is done baking, let it cool for a minute, then add it to the salad mixture.
6. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well combined.
7. Serve immediately for the freshest taste.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 22 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

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

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