Lebanese Tomato And Pita Salad (Fattoush) Recipe

Name: Lebanese Tomato And Pita Salad (Fattoush)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pita bread; 1 large tomato, diced, seeds removed; 1/4 red onion, diced; 2 bell peppers, one red, one yellow, pith and seeds removed, cut into long strips; 1 cucumber, peeled and cut in rounds; 5 radishes, sliced; 2 whole scallions, chopped; 1 head of romaine lettuce, purslane or other wild greens; 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh mint; 1 to 3 teaspoons ground sumac, available in Middle Eastern markets; 1 teaspoon dried mint; 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced (about 2 teaspoons); ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil; Juice of 1/2 lemon; 4 teaspoons pomegranate syrup; 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste; 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper, or to taste

Servings: persons

1 pita bread
1 large tomato, diced, seeds removed
1/4 red onion, diced
2 bell peppers, one red, one yellow, pith and seeds removed, cut into long strips
1 cucumber, peeled and cut in rounds
5 radishes, sliced
2 whole scallions, chopped
1 head of romaine lettuce, purslane or other wild greens
1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh mint
1 to 3 teaspoons ground sumac, available in Middle Eastern markets
1 teaspoon dried mint
2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced (about 2 teaspoons)
⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
Juice of 1/2 lemon
4 teaspoons pomegranate syrup
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper, or to taste

1
Heat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Separate pita into 2 rounds, and bake on cookie sheet for about 5 minutes, or until very crisp but not browned.
3
Put tomato, red onion, peppers, cucumber, radishes and scallions into large salad bowl.
4
Add romaine or purslane and fresh mint, and sprinkle with sumac and dried mint.
5
Toss.
6
Whisk together garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, pomegranate syrup, and salt and pepper in a small bowl.
7
Just before serving, give dressing another quick whisk and then pour it over vegetables and toss.
8
Break pita into 1-inch pieces and toss with salad, just before taking salad to table.
9
Taste, add seasonings if needed, and serve immediately.

236

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pita bread, 1 large tomato, diced, seeds removed, 1/4 red onion, diced, 2 bell peppers, one red, one yellow, pith and seeds removed, cut into long strips, and more.

Yes, Lebanese Tomato And Pita Salad (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!

Lebanese Tomato And Pita Salad (Fattoush)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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