Fattoush

Fattoush is a vibrant and refreshing Moroccan salad that features crisp vegetables and toasted pita bread, all tossed in a zesty lemon and sumac dressing. This dish not only bursts with flavor but also offers a delightful mix of textures, making it an ideal accompaniment to any meal or a light main course.

Ingredients

• Romaine lettuce - 100 grams, chopped
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Radishes - 50 grams, thinly sliced
• Bell pepper (any color) - 1 small, diced
• Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
• Fresh parsley - 30 grams, chopped
• Fresh mint - 20 grams, chopped
• Pita bread - 1 medium, cut into triangles
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon - 1 medium, juiced
• Sumac - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) to toast the pita bread.
2. Spread the pita triangles on a baking sheet and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, tossing to coat. Bake in the oven for about 10 minutes or until golden and crispy.
3. While the pita is toasting, prepare the salad by combining the chopped romaine lettuce, diced cucumber, tomato, radishes, bell pepper, green onion, parsley, and mint in a large mixing bowl.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, remaining olive oil, sumac, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
5. Once the pita is ready, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly. Add the toasted pita to the salad mixture.
6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together until well combined.
7. Serve immediately, garnished with extra herbs if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 3 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, which promotes digestive health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil that support heart health.

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