How to Make Arabic Fattoush Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Arabic Fattoush Salad is a traditional Middle Eastern dish that is loved for its refreshing and vibrant flavors. This salad is a perfect representation of the fresh and healthy eating that is characteristic of Middle Eastern cuisine. Fattoush is a popular dish in Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, and Palestine, and it has gained popularity all over the world due to its delicious taste and nutritious qualities.

One of the most appealing aspects of Fattoush Salad is its fresh and colorful ingredi...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, for frying
  • 2 small (4 inch) pita breads, torn into pieces
  • 1 large English cucumber, finely diced
  • 3 cups halved grape tomatoes
  • ¾ cup chopped Italian parsley
  • ¾ cup chopped fresh mint
  • ½ red onion, finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon ground sumac, or to taste
  • 1 clove garlic, crushed, or more to taste
  • kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 ounce sheep's milk feta cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, fry pita pieces in hot oil until golden brown on both sides. Blot dry with paper towels and set aside.
  • Combine cucumber, tomatoes, parsley, mint, red onion, olive oil, lemon juice, sumac, garlic, kosher salt, and ground black pepper in a large serving bowl. Gently toss salad with fried pita pieces. Grate feta cheese on top using a small cheese grater to serve.
  • Nutrition

    169 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 6mg
    • Sodium: 208mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 19g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 40mg
    • Calcium: 107mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 549mg