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Fresh Lebanese Fattoush Recipe with Sumac Pomegranate and Crispy Pita

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A vibrant and refreshing Lebanese salad featuring crisp romaine, cucumbers, tomatoes, radishes, fresh herbs, tangy sumac, juicy pomegranate arils, and crispy toasted pita triangles, perfect for healthy summer meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • 2 medium tomatoes, diced
  • 4–5 radishes, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 pita breads, cut into 1.5-inch triangles
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for roasting pita)
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tablespoons)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon sumac
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon pomegranate molasses (optional)
  • 1/2 cup pomegranate arils (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cut pita breads into 1.5-inch triangles. Toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil and a pinch of sea salt.
  3. Spread pita triangles in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crispy. Set aside to cool.
  4. Chop romaine lettuce, dice cucumber and tomatoes, slice radishes thinly, and roughly chop parsley and mint.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, sumac, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and pomegranate molasses if using.
  6. In a large bowl, gently toss the chopped vegetables and herbs with the dressing.
  7. Add toasted pita triangles and mix lightly to maintain crunch.
  8. Sprinkle pomegranate arils on top and serve immediately.

Notes

Toast pita just right to avoid chewiness or burning. Add pita just before serving to keep it crispy. Taste dressing before tossing and adjust lemon or sumac as needed. For gluten-free, substitute pita with gluten-free flatbread or crackers. Dressing can be whisked ahead, but keep pita separate until serving.

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Keywords: fattoush, Lebanese salad, sumac, pomegranate, crispy pita, healthy salad, summer salad, Middle Eastern salad, vegan salad

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