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Lebanese Fattoush Salad Recipe

4.9 from 91 reviews

Lebanese Fattoush Salad is a vibrant, refreshing Middle Eastern dish made with fresh vegetables, crunchy pita chips, and a tangy sumac dressing. Perfect as a light lunch or a side dish, this salad offers a delightful mix of textures and bold flavors.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 1 head of lettuce, chopped
  • 2 medium tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cucumber, sliced

Additional Ingredients

  • 1 cup pita chips, broken into bite-sized pieces

Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground sumac
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Chop vegetables: Wash the lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumber thoroughly. Chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces, dice the tomatoes, and slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons according to preference.
  2. Prepare dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, ground sumac, salt, and black pepper until well combined to create a tangy sumac dressing.
  3. Toss salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumber. Pour the sumac dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat evenly.
  4. Add pita chips: Just before serving, add the broken pita chips to the salad and toss lightly once more to mix. This keeps the pita chips crisp and adds a delightful crunch to the salad.

Notes

  • Use fresh, crispy pita chips or lightly toast pita bread pieces for the best texture.
  • Adjust the sumac quantity to taste for either a tangier or milder flavor.
  • Fattoush can be customized by adding ingredients like radishes, green onions, or fresh mint leaves.
  • Serve immediately after adding pita chips to prevent them from becoming soggy.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute pita chips with gluten-free crackers or toasted nuts.

Keywords: Fattoush, Lebanese Salad, Middle Eastern Salad, Sumac Salad, Pita Chips, Fresh Vegetable Salad