How to Make the Perfect Crispy Fattoush Salad with Pita Chips
Middle Eastern · Easy · 23 min · 4 servings
This crispy fattoush salad with pita chips is a kid friendly recipe that turns salad into an adventure with crunchy toasted bread pieces. Kids love the interactive element of breaking pita chips into the colorful vegetable mix.
Why this recipe works
This Crispy Fattoush Salad with Pita Chips recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 23 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 200 calories with 5g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 7 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 2 pieces pita bread torn into pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups romaine lettuce chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 medium cucumber diced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 tsp sumac
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Make Pita Chips
Toss torn pita pieces with 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt. Spread on a baking sheet and bake at 375 degrees for 8 minutes until golden and crispy.
Step 2: Chop the Vegetables
Chop romaine lettuce, halve cherry tomatoes and dice cucumber into similar sized pieces so every bite has a mix of everything.
Step 3: Make the Dressing
Whisk remaining olive oil, lemon juice, sumac and a pinch of salt together in a small bowl until well combined and tangy.
Step 4: Toss and Serve
Combine lettuce, tomatoes and cucumber in a large bowl. Add pita chips, drizzle with dressing and toss gently. Serve immediately so chips stay crispy.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- sumac → lemon zest mixed with a tiny pinch of salt for a similar tangy citrus flavor
- pita bread → whole wheat tortilla torn and baked for a different grain option
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Dressing the salad too early which makes the pita chips soggy before kids can enjoy them
- Cutting vegetables too large making it hard for young children to eat comfortably
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 200 calories, 5g protein, 26g carbs, 9g fat, 4g fiber.
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