Lebanese Fattoush Salad

Name: Lebanese Fattoush Salad with Crispy Pita Chips
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Lebanese
Ingredients: 2 pieces pita bread (or Lebanese flatbread); 2 tablespoons olive oil (for toasting bread); 1/2 teaspoon salt (for bread); 1 cos/romaine lettuce, roughly chopped; 2 tomatoes, cut into wedges; 1 Lebanese cucumber (or 1/2 English cucumber), sliced; 4 radishes, thinly sliced; 1/2 green capsicum (bell pepper), diced; 3 green onions/scallions, sliced; 1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves; 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves; 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (optional); 1/4 cup olive oil; 3 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed); 1 teaspoon sumac; 1/2 teaspoon dried mint; 1 small garlic clove, minced; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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Lebanese fattoush is a vibrant Mediterranean salad featuring crispy toasted pita chips tossed with fresh romaine, tomatoes, cucumbers, and radishes in a bright lemon-sumac dressing. The contrast between crunchy pita and tender vegetables makes it a standout side or light meal.

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25 min

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Ingredients

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2 pieces pita bread (or Lebanese flatbread)
2 tablespoons olive oil (for toasting bread)
1/2 teaspoon salt (for bread)
1 cos/romaine lettuce, roughly chopped
2 tomatoes, cut into wedges
1 Lebanese cucumber (or 1/2 English cucumber), sliced
4 radishes, thinly sliced
1/2 green capsicum (bell pepper), diced
3 green onions/scallions, sliced
1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (optional)optional
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
1 teaspoon sumac
1/2 teaspoon dried mint
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 180°C/350°F (160°C fan). Tear or cut pita bread into bite-sized pieces.
2
Toss pita pieces with olive oil and salt. Spread on a baking tray and bake for 8–10 minutes until golden and crispy. Set aside to cool.
3
Make the dressing: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, sumac, dried mint, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.
4
Combine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, radishes, capsicum, green onions, parsley, and mint in a large bowl.
5
Add the crispy pita chips to the salad.
6
Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
7
Scatter pomegranate seeds over the top if using. Serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Bake pita chips at 180°C/350°F for 8–10 minutes until golden; don't skip the cooling step—they crisp up further as they cool.
Use freshly squeezed lemon juice in the dressing; bottled juice dulls the bright, zesty flavor that defines fattoush.
Tear pita bread into uniform bite-sized pieces so they toast evenly and stay crunchy longer in the finished salad.
Add pita chips and dressing just before serving; doing so earlier will soften the chips and wilt the delicate herbs.

Substitutions

English cucumber → Lebanese cucumber (Lebanese is smaller and has thinner skin, but English works if peeled)
Pomegranate seeds → diced tomato or dried cranberries (for sweetness and texture without pomegranate)
Fresh mint and parsley → 1/3 cup mixed fresh herbs such as dill or cilantro (adjust to taste)
Sumac → 1/2 teaspoon extra lemon zest + pinch of salt (mimics tartness if sumac is unavailable)

Storage & make-ahead

Assemble the salad with pita chips and dressing no more than 15 minutes before serving. Store leftover components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; pita chips in a separate container to preserve crispness.

Common Questions

Can I make the pita chips ahead of time?

Yes. Bake the pita chips up to 2 days ahead and store in an airtight container. Add them to the salad just before serving to keep them crispy.

What is sumac and where do I find it?

Sumac is a tangy, lemony spice commonly used in Middle Eastern cooking. Find it in the spice aisle of most grocery stores, Middle Eastern markets, or online.