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Lebanese Fattoush

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20 min
Prep
8 min
Cook

Ingredients

  • 1 large pita bread, torn and toasted or fried until crisp
  • 2 romaine lettuce hearts, chopped
  • 3 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 4 radishes, thinly sliced
  • 4 spring onions, sliced
  • 15 g (1/4 cup) fresh mint, chopped
  • 15 g (1/4 cup) fresh parsley, chopped
  • 45 ml (3 tbsp) olive oil
  • 30 ml (2 tbsp) lemon juice
  • 15 ml (1 tbsp) pomegranate molasses
  • 10 g (2 tsp) sumac
  • 5 g (1 tsp) salt

Method

  1. Toast the torn pita pieces in a dry pan or oven at 190°C (375°F) until golden and crisp, about 8 minutes.
  2. Combine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, radishes, spring onions, mint and parsley in a large bowl.
  3. Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, pomegranate molasses, sumac and salt for the dressing.
  4. Toss the vegetables with the dressing just before serving.
  5. Add the toasted pita chips on top and toss briefly to combine.
  6. Serve immediately while the pita retains its crunch.

Introduction: A crisp mixed salad topped with fried or toasted pita chips and dressed with tangy sumac, fattoush is a signature Lebanese way to use up day-old bread and showcase the freshest seasonal vegetables.

Cultural Background: A crisp mixed salad topped with fried or toasted pita chips and dressed with tangy sumac, fattoush is a signature Lebanese way to use up day-old bread and showcase the freshest seasonal vegetables.

Tips: Add the pita chips at the very last moment to prevent sogginess. Fresh sumac makes a noticeable difference in tang; buy in small quantities.

Variations: A gluten-free version uses toasted chickpeas instead of pita chips. Some households add purslane when in season.

Storage: Store dressed vegetables separately from pita chips; consume the same day for best texture.

Reheating: Not applicable; served cold.

FAQs:

Q: What can I use instead of pomegranate molasses?

A: A mix of lemon juice with a touch of brown sugar can approximate the tang and sweetness.

Q: Can I make fattoush ahead of time?

A: Prepare the vegetables and dressing ahead, but only add pita chips right before serving.

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