Vanessa LaBranche, Project Bread
Fattoush Salad is a common Middle Eastern salad using basic ingredients like tomatoes, Romaine lettuce and cucumbers along with other flavorful additions that make up this salad. Instead of croutons, pita bread is used which is toasted prior to tossing with the rest of the ingredients. Sumac finishes this salad which is another popular spice that has the flavor profile of lemon with a tart taste. This can be optional, but really adds a special touch of flavor giving homage to the traditional version. You can find this spice at a local Mediterranean market.
100 small whole wheat pita bread, torn into pieces
15 lbs romaine lettuce, chopped
3 lbs grape tomatoes, sliced in half
3 lbs cucumbers, chopped
3 large red onions, chopped
3 cups of fresh parsley, chopped
2 cups of feta cheese
¼ cup of sumac (optional)
FOR THE SALAD DRESSING
¼ cup of fresh garlic, minced
1 ½ cups of olive oil
1 ½ cups of fresh lemon juice
½ tsp of kosher salt
¼ tsp of black pepper
1 Tbsp North African Spice Rub (optional)
½ cup dark green vegetable
Calories 129 calories Saturated Fat 0.95 g Sodium 180 mg Carbohydrate 19.7 g
* nutrient data and allergen information may vary depending on the specific ingredients and equipment used in your location.