LEBANESE FATTOUSH SALAD
This authentic Lebanese Fattoush Salad is made with well-seasoned fried pita bread, seasonal vegetables and tossed in a zesty sumac Mediterranean dressing
Provided by Yumna Jawad
Categories Salad
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Make the Dressing: Whisk together the lemon juice, garlic, sumac, pomegranate molasses, dried mint, salt and pepper. Slowly stream in olive oil, whisking continuously until emulsified. Set aside.
- Fry the Pita Bread: In a large skillet, heat olive oil on medium heat. Add the pita bread and season with salt and pepper. Cook stirring frequently until the pita break becomes crispy and golden in color, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside.
- Place the lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, green peppers, radishes, green onions and parsley in a large serving bowl. Pour the dressing on top and toss to combine.
- Add the fried pita bread to the salad immediately before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 kcal, Carbohydrate 16 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 378 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
FATTOUSH SALAD
Fattoush Salad makes a frequent appearance on the Middle Eastern dinner table. A simple chopped salad dressed in a zesty lime vinaigrette. Homemade pita chips serve as croutons! See the video and step-by-step for how to make fattoush below.
Provided by The Mediterranean Dish
Categories Salad
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Break the pita bread into small bite-size pieces. Heat 3 tbsp of olive oil in a large pan until shimmering, and add the pita bread. Fry briefly until browned, tossing frequently. Using a pair of tongs, transfer the fried pita chips to a plate lined with paper towel to drain. Season with salt, pepper and sumac.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, green onions with the sliced radish and parsley.
- To make the dressing, in a small bowl, whisk together the lemon or lime juice, olive oil, pomegranate molasses (if using), salt, pepper and spices.
- Pour toss lightly. Finally, add the pita chips, and more sumac if you like, and toss one more time. Transfer to small serving bowls or plates. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 345 calories, Sugar 11.4 g, Sodium 177.6 mg, Fat 20.4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 39.8 g, Fiber 11.3 g, Protein 9.1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg
MIDDLE EASTERN PITA SALAD (FATTOUSH SALAD) RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: small pita rounds, olive oil, salt, romaine lettuce, medium cucumber, cherry tomato, scallions, radish, red bell pepper, fresh parsley, fresh mint, lemons, white wine vinegar, garlic, ground sumac, allspice, pepper
Provided by Gwenaelle Le Cochennec
Categories Sides
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Slice the pitas in half to make 4 thin rounds. Place the pitas on a nonstick sheet pan. Brush with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and season with salt.
- Bake for about 5 minutes, until the outside is golden brown. Let cool until they become crispy.
- Make 3 cuts lengthwise on each of the romaine hearts, remove the stems, and chop into smaller pieces. Rinse, drain, and add to a large salad bowl.
- Seed the cucumber, dice it, and add it to the salad bowl.
- Cut the tomatoes in half and add them to the salad bowl.
- Mince the scallions and add them to the salad bowl.
- Add the radishes, bell pepper, parsley, and mint to the salad bowl and toss to combine.
- In a liquid measuring cup or small bowl, combine the remaining ½ cup (120 ml) of oil, the lemon juice, white wine vinegar, garlic, sumac, allspice, salt, and pepper and whisk until well-combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad.
- Break the crispy pitas into small pieces and add to the salad. Toss well.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 calories, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 6 grams
MIDDLE EASTERN VEGETABLE SALAD
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place the scallions, tomatoes, cucumber, chickpeas, parsley, mint, and basil in a large salad bowl and toss to combine.
- In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the lemon juice, garlic, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Slowly whisk in the olive oil to make an emulsion. Pour the dressing over the salad, tossing gently to coat all the vegetables. Add the feta, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss gently. Serve the salad with the toasted pita bread.
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