Fattoush Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Fattoush
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pita breads, split horizontally; 1 small garlic clove, smashed; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 1/2 teaspoons pomegranate molasses; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 2 large tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch dice; 4 scallions, thinly sliced; 1 large cucumberpeeled, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch dice; 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch dice; 1 head romaine lettuce, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch ribbons; 1/2 cup minced flat-leaf parsley; 1/2 cup minced mint; 1 tablespoon crushed sumac (see Note)

Servings: persons

2 pita breads, split horizontally
1 small garlic clove, smashed
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons pomegranate molasses
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 large tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch dice
4 scallions, thinly sliced
1 large cucumberpeeled, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 green bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 head romaine lettuce, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch ribbons
1/2 cup minced flat-leaf parsley
1/2 cup minced mint
1 tablespoon crushed sumac (see Note)

1
Toast the pitas until golden and crisp.
2
When cool enough to handle, break the pitas into 1-inch pieces.
3
In a mortar, pound the garlic with the salt to a smooth paste.
4
Stir in the lemon juice and pomegranate molasses.
5
Drizzle in the olive oil, stirring until blended.
6
In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, scallions, cucumber, bell pepper, lettuce, parsley and mint.
7
Stir the dressing, pour it over the salad and toss well.
8
Sprinkle the toasted pita pieces and the sumac on top and serve at once.

219

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pita breads, split horizontally, 1 small garlic clove, smashed, 1 teaspoon salt, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Fattoush falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fattoush

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