Fattoush is a traditional Lebanese salad that is made with fresh vegetables, toasted pita bread, and a tangy dressing made with lemon juice and sumac. It is a light and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer meal or as a side dish to a heavier meal.
Ingredients:
- 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
- 1 small cucumber, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 pieces of pita bread, toasted and broken into small pieces
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon sumac
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, parsley, mint, and cilantro.
- Add the toasted pita bread pieces to the bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, sumac, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Serve the fattoush immediately or let it sit for a little while to allow the flavors to meld together.
Enjoy your delicious and refreshing Fattoush salad!
