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Fattoush

Middle Eastern · Side · Easy

Fattoush

Total
30 min
Prep
20 min
Serves
4
Calories
235
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Toasted pita shards tumble through romaine, cucumber and tomato with a lemon-sumac dressing that turns the edges pleasantly tart.

Adding the bread last gives Fattoush its contrast between juicy vegetables and crisp pita. The dressing catches on the broken edges while the larger pieces stay crunchy.

Choose firm tomatoes and dry the lettuce thoroughly. Sumac supplies a fruity tartness beyond lemon; mix it into the dressing early so its flavor spreads evenly through the salad.

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Method

  1. Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Toss pita breads with 1 tablespoon olive oil and bake on a sheet pan for until crisp and golden.

  2. Whisk remaining olive oil with lemon juice, sumac and salt. Combine romaine lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, radishes and mint.

  3. Toss the vegetables with dressing, then fold in cooled pita just before serving.

Forkue tips

  • Break the pita into uneven bite-size shards rather than tiny crumbs.

Storing and reheating

Keep vegetables, dressing and pita separate for up to 2 days; store pita airtight at room temperature. Once tossed, eat promptly before the bread softens.

Nutrition per serving, estimated

235Calories
5gProtein
28gCarbs
12gFat

Photo: Unknown author, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons (cropped and enhanced)

Fattoush: FAQ

What can I use instead of sumac?

Add a little lemon zest for extra citrus aroma. It will not exactly reproduce sumac's tart, fruity flavor.

Can I use stale pita?

Yes. Pita that has dried slightly crisps especially well in the oven as long as it is still fresh enough to eat.

How do I store and reheat Fattoush?

Keep vegetables, dressing and pita separate for up to 2 days; store pita airtight at room temperature. Once tossed, eat promptly before the bread softens.

How long does Fattoush take?

About 30 min in total: 20 min prep and 10 min cooking.

What do I need to make Fattoush?

The key ingredients are pita breads, romaine lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, radishes and mint, plus pantry basics.

Any tips for Fattoush?

Break the pita into uneven bite-size shards rather than tiny crumbs.

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