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Fattoush

Native to Bilad al-Sham

Fattoush is an Arabic term meaning 'toasted bread salad'. Bread doesn't have to be just for soups it goes wonderfully with salads too. The toasty bread soaks all the flavor and liquid from the vegetables and will ultimately leave you wanting more.

SPECIFICATIONS

• PREP TIME : 15 Min
• COOK TIME : 5 Min
• READY IN : 20 Min
• SERVINGS : 3

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup toasted pita bread, torn into pieces
• 1 medium tomato, diced
• 2 medium cucumbers, diced into bite-size pieces
• 1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced into bite-size pieces
• 1/2 medium heart romaine lettuce, fresh and chopped
• 1/3 cup parsley, chopped
• 1/3 cup mint leaves, fresh and chopped
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/4 cup red cabbage, shredded
• Salt (optional)

PREPARATION

1. Combine toasted pita bread, parsley, tomato, cucumbers, bell pepper, mint leaves, lettuce, and red cabbage in a bowl.
2. In another small bowl whisk olive oil, lemon juice, and salt together.
3. Pour dressing over salad and toss to combine.
4. Garnish salad with lemon slices and serve.