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Lebanese Peasant Salad (Fattoush) Recipe

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Category:
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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
Salad Ingredients:

2 c. chopped lettuce (romaine and/or iceberg)
1 large or 2 small cucumbers, small dice
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1/2 c. chopped parsley, leaves only, no stems
1/4 c. chopped mint leaves, no stems
1/2 to 1 green pepper, diced
1 bunch green onions, finely sliced
1/2 tsp. sumac (optional)
2 pieces of pita bread toasted until golden brown, broken into pieces the size of a quarter (or use store bought unflavored pita chips)
Feta cheese (optional)

Dressing Ingredients:

1/2 c. lemon juice
1/2 c. olive oil
2 to 4 cloves garlic
1 tsp. salt
Pinch of pepper

Directions:
Directions:
In a small bowl mix all dressing ingredients well.

Put all salad ingredients in a large bowl and toss with 1/2 to 1 cup dressing. Serve immediately.
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
10 minutes
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
This chopped salad is a staple in Lebanon and a popular item in Middle Eastern restaurants. It can be eaten as a salad course or with pocket bread as a meal in itself. It goes well with Lebanese hummus, too. Enjoy!

 

 

 

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