Quinoa Fattoush (Middle Eastern Salad) Recipe

Name: Quinoa Fattoush (Middle Eastern Salad)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pitas wholewheat; 4 3/4 ounces quinoa; 1 red onion thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 lemon zested; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon sumac plus extra to sprinkle; 3 tomatoes cut into wedges; 2 persian cucumbers seeded, thickly sliced; 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves; 1/4 cup pistachios toasted, chopped; 3 1/2 ounces feta cheese; 4 soft-boiled eggs peeled, halved

Servings: persons

2 pitas wholewheat
4 3/4 ounces quinoa
1 red onion thinly sliced
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 lemon zested
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon sumac plus extra to sprinkle
3 tomatoes cut into wedges
2 persian cucumbers seeded, thickly sliced
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup pistachios toasted, chopped
3 1/2 ounces feta cheese
4 soft-boiled eggs peeled, halved

1
Preheat oven to 400u00b0F. Toast pitas for 8-10 mins, until golden and crisp.
2
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine quinoa with 1 cup water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-12 mins, until tender. Let cool for 10 mins then drain.
3
In a small bowl, combine onion and vinegar. Set aside for 15 mins then drain, discarding vinegar.
4
Whisk together lemon zest, lemon juice, oil and sumac. Season. Toss 1/2 with quinoa, onion, tomatoes, cucumbers, mint and pistachios. Break pitas into small pieces and toss with salad. Top with feta and eggs. Drizzle with remaining dressing. Sprinkle with extra sumac.

353

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pitas wholewheat, 4 3/4 ounces quinoa, 1 red onion thinly sliced, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Quinoa Fattoush (Middle Eastern Salad) 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.

Quinoa Fattoush (Middle Eastern Salad)

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions