Fattoush

Syrian Fattoush Recipe for 4 People

Ingredients:

• 2 large tomatoes, diced
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
• 2-3 pieces of pita bread, toasted and broken into pieces
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon sumac
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Vegetables:
   • In a large bowl, combine diced tomatoes, cucumbers, red and green bell peppers, sliced red onion, chopped parsley, and chopped mint leaves.
2. Prepare the Dressing:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, sumac, salt, and pepper until well combined.
3. Assemble the Salad:
   • Add the toasted pita bread pieces to the bowl of vegetables.
   • Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients.
4. Toss and Serve:
   • Gently toss all the ingredients together until the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.
5. Chill and Serve:
   • Cover the bowl and refrigerate the fattoush for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Garnish and Serve:
   • Before serving, garnish the fattoush with extra mint leaves and a sprinkle of sumac for color and flavor.

Optional:

• You can add radishes, green onions, or other fresh herbs like cilantro or basil to the salad for additional taste and texture.

Enjoy this refreshing Syrian Fattoush salad, perfect for 4 people!