Za'atar Fattoush

Crispy pita salad with za'atar, sumac, and a bright lemon dressing.

Ingredients

• 2 pita rounds, torn and toasted with 1 tbsp olive oil + 1 tsp za'atar
• 1 head romaine, chopped
• 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 4 radishes, sliced
• 1/2 cup parsley and mint, chopped
• Dressing: 3 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp sumac, 1 garlic clove, 1/4 cup olive oil, salt

Method

1. Toast pita pieces with oil and za'atar at 375°F for 8 min until crispy.

2. Whisk dressing.

3. Toss vegetables and herbs with dressing. Add pita chips just before serving.

What You're Practicing

• Za'atar on the pita chips adds an herby, sesame flavor that defines this version.
• Sumac in the dressing provides a fruity, citrusy tartness unique to Middle Eastern cooking.