Mediterranean Fattoush Salad with Sumac

Ingredients

• 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• 1 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup radishes, thinly sliced
• 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
• 2 pieces pita bread, toasted and torn into pieces

• 1 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 tablespoon sumac
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

1. 01
   Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. 02
   Place the pita bread pieces on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for about 5 minutes until golden and crispy. Remove and set aside.
3. 03
   In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, radishes, parsley, and mint leaves.
4. 04
   In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, sumac, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
5. 05
   Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine all ingredients evenly.
6. 06
   Add the toasted pita pieces to the salad and gently toss again to incorporate.
7. 07
   Serve immediately for the best texture, ensuring that the pita remains crispy.