Fattoush
About This Course
Fattoush is a vibrant Levantine salad featuring crisp mixed greens and vegetables tossed with toasted or fried pieces of pita bread and a tangy, sumac-infused dressing. Its bright medley of flavors and textures—crunchy, juicy, and zesty—makes it a refreshing mezze or side dish that celebrates seasonal produce and bold Middle Eastern spices.
Learning Objectives
How to select and prepare a variety of crisp lettuces and vegetables.
Techniques for toasting or frying pita to achieve perfect crunch.
Crafting a signature sumac–lemon vinaigrette for authentic flavor.
Balancing textures: integrating greens, veggies & pita chips.
Creative add-ins: from pomegranate to za’atar for seasonal twists.
Presentation tips to serve fattoush attractively as part of a mezze spread.
Material Includes
- Printable Recipe Card with ingredient list and step-by-step guide.
- Sumac Guide explaining origins, flavor profiles, and substitutions.
- Serving Suggestions sheet with pairing ideas (e.g., grilled meats, dips).
- Seasonal Variations PDF with fruit and herb add-in ideas.
Requirements
- 2 pieces pita bread (or small flatbreads), torn into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (for toasting pita)
- 4 cups mixed greens (lettuce, romaine, arugula, etc.), torn or chopped
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper (red, green, or yellow), diced
- 4 radishes, thinly sliced
- 3–4 spring onions (green onions), thinly sliced
- ½ cup fresh parsley leaves, roughly chopped
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped (optional)
- 1 tablespoon sumac (for dusting toasted pita; plus extra for dressing)
- Dressing:
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon pomegranate molasses (optional)
- 1 teaspoon ground sumac
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Target Audience
- Home cooks seeking to diversify their salad repertoire.
- Vegetarians and vegans looking for crunchy, grain-free dishes.
- Fans of Middle Eastern flavors eager to master classic mezze.
- Entertainers planning a colorful, interactive buffet or picnic.
- Beginners wanting to learn basic frying and vinaigrette skills.
Curriculum
5 Lessons1h 15m
Introduction to Fattoush
History and Cultural Roots of Fattoush
Overview of Core Vegetables and Greens
Fattoush Origins and Key Components
Pita Preparation Techniques
Vegetables and Herb Handling
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Material Includes
- Printable Recipe Card with ingredient list and step-by-step guide.
- Sumac Guide explaining origins, flavor profiles, and substitutions.
- Serving Suggestions sheet with pairing ideas (e.g., grilled meats, dips).
- Seasonal Variations PDF with fruit and herb add-in ideas.
