Fattoush Salad
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
1 min
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Total Time
21 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
244 kcal
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Course
Salad
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Fattoush Salad
Description
Fattoush Salad balances fresh vegetables and herbs with a tangy, lightly spiced dressing. The romaine provides a crisp backdrop for the coarsely chopped tomatoes and thinly sliced Persian cucumbers and radishes, while whole parsley and mint leaves contribute distinct herbal notes. The dressing, made from olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and sumac, adds zesty and earthy accents. Finally, pita chips add crunch and a toasty element, stirred in just before serving to retain their texture. This salad is tossed thoroughly to evenly coat all ingredients and served immediately to preserve freshness and crunch.
The combination of textures from soft leaves, juicy vegetables, and crunchy pita chips, along with the vibrant dressing, makes it well suited as a light side or a refreshing starter. Using a mandoline ensures uniform thin slices of radish and cucumber, which helps the flavors meld and improves mouthfeel. Parsley and mint can be left whole for bursts of fresh flavor or finely chopped into the dressing if preferred.
As the pita chips soften over time once dressed, the salad is best served promptly after tossing. Incorporating small Persian cucumbers is recommended for their thinner skin and tender texture. The balance of citrus from lemon and the distinctive tang of sumac brightens the salad overall.
Ingredients
For the salad
- 4 cups romaine lettuce coarsely chopped
- 2 cups tomato cut into 1 inch pieces
- 2 cups cucumber thinly sliced, Persian
- 1/2 cup radish thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
- 1 cup parsley leaves
- 1/2 cup mint leaves
- 1 1/2 cups Pita chips
For the dressing
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon sumac
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Place the lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, radishes, red onion, parsley leaves and mint leaves in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat. Add the pita chips and toss one more time. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use a mandoline slicer for even thin slices of radish, red onion, and cucumber to enhance texture and presentation.
- Small Persian cucumbers work best for their tender skin and mild flavor.
- Leaving parsley and mint leaves whole highlights their fresh aroma, but finely chopping them into the dressing is an alternative to evenly distribute flavor.
- Serve the salad immediately after adding pita chips to maintain their crunch.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 244 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 244kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 390mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 378mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 4181IU | 84% |
| Vitamin C | 29mg | 32% |
| Calcium | 46mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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