Crispy Fattoush with Lemon & Sumac
A tangy, crunchy Middle Eastern salad with pita chips, tomatoes, cucumbers, and a bright lemon-sumac dressing. Ready in 15 minutes.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 245
- Protein
- 6g

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Ingredients
- 2 rounds pita bread (2 rounds)
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 whole English cucumber, sliced into half-moons
- 1 whole lemon (juiced)
- 1 tbsp sumac
- 3 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Tear pita into bite-sized pieces. Spread on a skillet over medium-high heat, tossing occasionally, until golden and crispy, about 4 minutes.
- 2
Transfer pita chips to a plate. Toss romaine, tomatoes, and cucumber in a large bowl with salt and pepper.
- 3
Whisk lemon juice, sumac, and olive oil together in a small bowl until combined.
- 4
Pour dressing over salad and toss until every leaf glistens.
- 5
Top with warm pita chips and serve immediately so they stay crispy.
Tools you’ll need
- large bowl
- small bowl
- 12-inch skillet
- whisk
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