Lebanese Fattoush Salad Recipe

Fattoush salad on a white plate with a wood background and napkin.

5 from 2 votes

Lebanese Fattoush Salad Recipe

This Fattoush Salad is a savory Middle Eastern salad made with low-carb crispy tortillas, tomatoes, radishes, cucumbers and bright herbs, tossed with a zesty, light sumac dressing.

Prep Time20

Total Time20

Course: Salads

Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Diet: Gluten Free

Method: No cook

Special Diet: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-FODMAP, Whole30

Servings: servings

Calories: 169kcal

Author: Tracey Hatch-Rizzi

Ingredients

For the salad

1 head romaine lettuce large head - chopped
1 cucumber medium - sliced
2 green onions chopped
¼ cup parsley finely chopped
2 tablespoons mint chopped
5 radishes sliced
12 cherry tomatoes sliced in half, or 2 large tomatoes, chopped
2 low-carb tortillas sliced into pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
¼ cup Sumac Dressing or to taste
Sumac for garnish

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Instructions

Make the Tortilla chips

Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat.
When oil is hot, add the tortilla pieces and cook for about 5 minutes, flipping often. Toast until they're crisp and slightly browned.

For the salad

In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, cucumber, green onion, parsley, mint, tomatoes, and radish and toss.

For the dressing

Combine all ingredients for the Sumac Dressing in a small bowl and whisk until thoroughly combined. Or, add all ingredients to a mason jar and shake vigorously (my preferred method). The dressing can also be made in a blender or food processor for a more emulsified dressing.

Assemble

Pour on the dressing and toss. Add the crisped tortilla chips and toss again.
Plate the salads and garnish with a sprinkle of sumac. Enjoy!

Notes

How to store

Store the salad and dressing in the refrigerator separately and only dress just before serving to prevent the greens from wilting. The undressed greens can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The dressing can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Variations and add-ins

Cheese – feta, parmesan, or even a salty dry cheese such as cotija
Protein of choice – create a hearty dinner salad by adding any protein you like: chicken, beef, spiced lamb or shrimp. Make a fattoush chicken salad with leftover Roast Chicken or even Thanksgiving turkey leftovers.
Nuts – add your favorite nuts – Homemade Candied Pecans or toasted pine nuts are my favorites
Herbs – add chives, edible flowers, fresh thyme, savory or roasted garlic (omit for low-FODMAP)
Fruit, vegetables and berries – add whatever vegetables or fruits that suit your fancy, like bell peppers, carrots and even fresh summer berries.

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