Fattoush Salad with Pita Chips

Fattoush is a classic Middle Eastern salad that's a staple in Levantine cuisine. It's fresh, vibrant, and packed with seasonal vegetables, crunchy pita chips, and a zesty, tangy dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or a flavorful side dish!

Ingredients

🥙 2 pieces of pita bread
🫒 Oil for frying or air-frying
🍋 Juice of 1 lemon
🫒 3 tablespoons olive oil
🌿 1 teaspoon dried mint
🍯 1 tablespoon pomegranate molasses
🧂 Salt to taste
🥬 1 head of lettuce, chopped
🍅 2 tomatoes, diced
🥒 1 cucumber, diced
💜 1 cup shredded red cabbage
🥕 1 cup shredded carrots
🧅 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
🌿 Parsley for garnish

Instructions

1- Prepare the Pita Chips:

• Begin by cutting the two pieces of pita bread into bite-sized pieces.
• Fry them in a pan with oil until golden brown, or alternatively, you can air-fry them for a healthier option. Set aside to cool.

2- Prepare the Dressing:

• In a small bowl, combine the juice from one lemon, olive oil, dried mint, pomegranate molasses, and salt.
• Whisk everything together until well combined. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.

3- Assemble the Salad:

• In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, diced cucumber, shredded red cabbage, shredded carrots, and thinly sliced red onion.
• Give the vegetables a gentle toss to mix.

4- Add Dressing and Pita Chips:

• Pour the dressing over the mixed vegetables and toss to ensure everything is evenly coated.
• Add the pita chips on top and gently mix them into the salad.

5- Garnish and Serve:

• Sprinkle chopped parsley over the salad for a burst of color and freshness.
• Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp flavors and textures.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories (per serving): Approximately 250
Proteins, fats, and carbohydrates (per serving): 4g protein, 15g fat, 25g carbohydrates

Equipment: Skillet (for frying), Salad bowl, Mixing bowl

Cooking Tips:

• For extra crunch, toast your pita chips in the oven.
• Adjust the amount of pomegranate molasses to taste for added sweetness or tartness.
• Add more or less mint based on personal preference.

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