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Fresh Fattoush Salad Recipe Easy Zesty Sumac Dressing for Summer

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A fresh and vibrant fattoush salad featuring crunchy toasted pita chips and a zesty sumac dressing, perfect for a light and refreshing summer meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large pita pockets, sliced into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 cups mixed greens (romaine lettuce, torn or chopped)
  • 1 large cucumber, diced
  • 2 ripe tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 3 radishes, thinly sliced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced and soaked in cold water
  • ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped (optional)
  • 2 teaspoons sumac
  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cut the pita bread into 1-inch bite-sized pieces. Spread evenly on the baking sheet. Lightly brush or spray with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
  3. Toast pita pieces for 8-10 minutes until golden and crisp, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  4. While pita toasts, chop romaine lettuce, dice cucumber and tomatoes, thinly slice bell pepper, radishes, and red onion. Soak red onion in cold water for 5 minutes, then drain.
  5. Roughly chop parsley and mint leaves and set aside.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, sumac, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more lemon juice or a pinch of sugar/honey if desired.
  7. In a large salad bowl, combine greens, cucumber, tomatoes, bell pepper, radishes, red onion, and herbs.
  8. Pour the sumac dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
  9. Add toasted pita chips last and toss gently to preserve crunch.
  10. Serve immediately.

Notes

To keep pita chips crispy, add them to the salad just before serving. Soak red onion in cold water to mellow sharpness. Sumac is key for authentic tangy flavor; if unavailable, lemon zest can be used but flavor will differ. Dressing can be made up to 2 days ahead and stored in the fridge. For gluten-free, omit pita or use gluten-free crackers.

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Keywords: fattoush, salad, sumac, pita chips, summer salad, zesty dressing, fresh vegetables, healthy, gluten-free option, vegan

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