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!

Lebanese fattoush salad seasoned with za'atar in a white bowl.

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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

Cutting pita bread into triangles with scissors.

Step 1. Take your pita bread and cut it into triangles.

Seasoning pita bread triangles in oil and za'atar in a glass bowl.

Step 2. Toss the pita triangles in olive oil, za’atar, and salt until even coated.

Putting pita triangles on a foil lined baking tray into an oven.

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.

Liz slicing up an English cumber into this slices.

Step 4. While pita chips are baking prepare your Syrian salad by washing and cutting your fresh vegetables.

Tossing together a Lebanese salad in a glass bowl with metal tongs.

Step 5. Toss your salad together with the olive oil, fresh parsley and mint, and lemon juice until even coated in the dressing.

Breaking up baked pita chips over top a Lebanese salad.

Step 6. Crush your freshly baked pita chips over the top of the salad.

Close up of Lebanese fattoush salad topped with broken up baked pita chips and za'atar spice.

Serve garnished with additional za’atar or fresh mint, and enjoy your Lebanese Fattoush Salad!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a fattoush salad?

Fattoush is a Lebanese salad made with toasted or fried pita chips. The dressing typically is made with lemon, mint, garlic, and olive oil. While my take of the salad is from Lebanon, it is enjoyed throughout the Middle East. A typical fattoush is made with lettuce, tomato, cucumbers, onion, and toasted pita chips but it’s great with any veggies you have on hand. You can also try adding in protein, like I do with my Chicken Tawook Fattoush Salad.

What tips do you have for making fattoush?

I highly recommend baking the pita chips if you don’t have a fryer at home. Za’atar is a key ingredient for a fattoush salad. This Middle Eastern spice blend is made with oregano, sesame seeds, thyme, sumac, and other spices. You can find it at national grocery stores, international markets, or purchase online.

How long does a fattoush salad last?

Once you’ve added the dressing it will only last a few hours. I highly recommend waiting to dress the salad until you’re ready to enjoy it.

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