Fattoush Salad (Crispy Pita & Sumac Veggie Salad)
Fattoush is a Levantine bread salad defined by fried or toasted pita chips and a tangy sumac dressing. Chopped tomatoes, cucumber, radishes, and romaine are tossed with a vinaigrette made from lemon juice, olive oil, and ground sumac, which lends a distinctive reddish tint and a bright, citrus-like sourness unlike any other spice. The pita chips must be added just before serving so they hold their crunch against the juicy vegetables. Fresh mint and flat-leaf parsley contribute an herbal freshness that keeps the salad lively, and scattered pomegranate seeds add bursts of sweet-tart juice. The dressing soaks into the bread just enough to soften the edges while the center remains crisp, creating a contrast that makes this salad more interesting than a conventional green salad.
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Instructions
- 1
Cut pita, brush lightly with oil, and bake at 180C for 7-8 minutes until crisp.
- 2
Chop romaine, tomato, cucumber, and radish into similar bite-size pieces.
- 3
Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, and sumac for the dressing.
- 4
Toss vegetables with the dressing first to season evenly.
- 5
Add pita chips right before serving to keep them crunchy.
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