Fattoush

Fattoush is a vibrant Lebanese salad featuring fresh vegetables and crispy bread, perfect for a healthy breakfast. This refreshing dish is packed with flavor and offers a delightful crunch, making it a favorite in Mediterranean cuisine.

Ingredients

• Romaine lettuce - 100 grams, chopped
• Cucumber - 50 grams, diced
• Tomato - 100 grams, diced
• Radishes - 50 grams, thinly sliced
• Green bell pepper - 50 grams, diced
• Pomegranate seeds - 30 grams
• Fresh parsley - 20 grams, chopped
• Fresh mint - 10 grams, chopped
• Lemon juice - 30 ml
• Extra virgin olive oil - 30 ml
• Sumac - 1 teaspoon
• Pita bread - 1 large piece
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Cut the pita bread into triangles and arrange them on a baking sheet.
3. Brush the pita triangles with olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of salt.
4. Bake the pita in the oven for about 10 minutes or until golden and crispy.
5. While the pita is baking, prepare the salad by combining the chopped lettuce, diced cucumber, diced tomato, sliced radishes, diced bell pepper, pomegranate seeds, parsley, and mint in a large bowl.
6. In a small bowl, mix together the lemon juice, olive oil, sumac, and salt to create the dressing.
7. Once the pita is finished baking, allow it to cool slightly, then add it to the salad bowl.
8. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
9. Serve immediately for a fresh breakfast experience.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• High in fiber which aids digestion.

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