Discover the vibrant flavors of Lebanese Fattoush Salad, a Middle Eastern classic featuring crispy za’atar-seasoned pita chips, fresh veggies, and a tangy dressing. Perfect for a refreshing and flavorful meal!
Are you craving another Lebanese food fix? This Lebanese Fattoush Salad is made with toasted, fried, or day-old pita bread. Similar to the Italian Panzanella salad, it is a great use for stale or leftover bread. Using baked pita chips isn’t only extremely easy, but it also provides an opportunity to season the bread with za’atar, one of my favorite Middle Eastern spice blends.
Need more ideas for za’atar to justify the purchase? Don’t miss my Za’atar Crusted Cauliflower Steaks, Za’atar Spiced Grilled Chicken, or Asparagus with Lemon and Za’atar.
Why You’ll Love This Salad
- It’s extremely easy to customize!
- The crunch of the pita chips is a great contrast next to the fresh vegetables.
- The za’atar and fresh herbs give it a bright and tangy flavor.
Ingredients
- Syrian salad: I love to use my Middle Eastern Syrian Salad as a base. Bell pepper, onion, tomato, cucumber, and radishes on a bed of romaine lettuce and topped with fresh herbs.
- Pita bread: Used to make your own baked pita chips.
- Za’atar: While the exact mix varies based on brand, it usually consists of sumac, coriander, marjoram, thyme, and sesame.
- Olive oil: Used to coat the pita bread in za’atar and get an even, crispy cook.sa
Easy Substitutions
- You can really include any vegetables you want in your salad. If you don’t like radishes or cucumber, don’t use them! You think it could use more peppers? Add them in!
- While pita bread isn’t traditionally gluten-free, you can find gluten-free pita to make this salad celiac friendly.
How to Make a Lebanese Fattoush Salad
Step 1. Take your pita bread and cut it into triangles.
Step 2. Toss the pita triangles in olive oil, za’atar, and salt until even coated.
Step 3. Spread the pita triangles in an even. layer on a baking sheet before throwing in the oven at 350 for about 10 minutes.
Step 4. While pita chips are baking prepare your Syrian salad by washing and cutting your fresh vegetables.
Step 5. Toss your salad together with the olive oil, fresh parsley and mint, and lemon juice until even coated in the dressing.
Step 6. Crush your freshly baked pita chips over the top of the salad.
Serve garnished with additional za’atar or fresh mint, and enjoy your Lebanese Fattoush Salad!
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More Lebanese Recipes
- Lebanese Green Beans with Tomatoes
- Labneh with Olive Oil and Za’atar
- Meat Stuffed Grape Leaves
- Lebanese Tabbouleh Salad
- Authentic Lebanese Falafel
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Lebanese Fattoush Salad
Ingredients
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
- Line baking sheet with foil and spray with non-stick spray.
- In a large bowl or plastic bag, evenly coat pita pieces with olive oil, za’atar and salt.1 inch large pita bread, 1 tbs extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbs za’atar, 1/2 tsp salt
- Spread pita in even layer on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until nicely browned.
- While pita bread is baking, prepare Middle Eastern Salad1 Middle Eastern Salad
- Crumble toasted pita chips over the salad and toss well before serving. (Also taste great dipped in hummus!)
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