FATTOUSH - PITA AND POMEGRANATE SALAD

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A great Middle Eastern salad to go with kebabs, and other favorite dishes such as stews, etc. The pomegranate has a lovely tart flavor, and has long been a favorite of mine.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Grains

Time 15m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 medium tomatoes, chopped
2 small cucumbers, chopped
3 green onions, sliced
1 -2 hot pepper, sliced
1/2 cup chopped mint leaf
1/3 cup olive oil
1 lemon, juice and finely chopped peel of
2 pita breads, toasted
1 garlic clove, split
1 pomegranate
salt (to taste)

Steps:

  • Mix together the tomatoes, cucumbers, green onions, peppers, and mint together in a salad bowl.
  • Add the lemon peel and lemon juice and toss well; add the oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Split the toasted pitas, and rub the rough sides with the garlic; tear the pita into small pieces and add to the salad.
  • Remove the seeds from the pomegranate, (being careful not to stain your clothing with the juice) and add to the salad and discard the peel and the pith.
  • Toss the salad well, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473.1, Fat 26.2, SaturatedFat 3.6, Sodium 233.2, Carbohydrate 57.2, Fiber 8.6, Sugar 21.6, Protein 8.6

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