Fattoush Recipe 🥗
Overview:
Fattoush is a vibrant Middle Eastern salad packed with fresh flavors and textures. This recipe brings together a delightful blend of vegetables, herbs, and spices, creating a dish that’s both refreshing and satisfying. Perfect for a quick lunch or as a tasty snack, this Fattoush will surely become a favorite in your recipe collection!
- Total Time: 34 minutes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Cuisine: Southwest Asia (Middle East)
- Keywords: Southwest Asia (Middle East), Asian, < 60 Mins
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Ground sumac |
| 3 | Fresh lemon rind |
| 1 | Extra virgin olive oil |
| 8 | Romaine lettuce |
| 2 | Chopped tomatoes |
| 1 1/2 | Fresh parsley |
| 1 | Green onion |
| 1/2 | Bunch of fresh mint |
| 1/2 | Salt |
| 1 | Cucumber |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Toast Pitas:
- Place the pitas on a baking sheet and toast them in the preheated oven until lightly golden, which should take about 4 minutes. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
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Break Pitas:
- Once toasted, break the pitas into small, bite-sized pieces. Set them aside for later use.
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Prepare Dressing:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground sumac, fresh lemon rind, and extra virgin olive oil. This flavorful dressing will infuse the salad with zesty goodness.
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Chop Vegetables:
- Wash and chop the romaine lettuce, tomatoes, fresh parsley, green onion, fresh mint, and cucumber. These fresh ingredients will add crunch and vibrancy to the salad.
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Toss Ingredients:
- Add all the chopped vegetables and herbs to the bowl with the dressing. Season with salt to taste. Toss everything together until well coated in the dressing, ensuring an even distribution of flavors.
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Incorporate Lettuce:
- Once the other ingredients are well mixed, gently fold in the chopped romaine lettuce. Be careful not to crush the lettuce leaves, as you want to maintain their crispness and texture.
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Serve:
- Transfer the Fattoush salad to a serving dish or individual plates. Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.
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Enjoy:
- Serve this delightful Fattoush salad as a light lunch or snack, and savor the burst of flavors with every bite. It’s perfect for sharing with family and friends!
Note:
- Sumac, a tangy spice, can be found at Middle Eastern markets. If you can’t find it, you can substitute with a mixture of lemon zest and salt for a similar flavor profile.
