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Healthy Fattoush With Oven-Baked Pita

Name: Healthy Fattoush
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 23 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 pita (wholegrain preferred); 2 cucumbers; 2 tomatoes; Romaine lettuce; Sliced radishes; Mint, parsley and spring onion; 2 tbsp sumac; 1 tbsp pomegranate molasses; 3 tbsp lemon juice; 2 tbsp olive oil

By the Healthy Plate team

Fattoush brightens any table. The difference here is that the bread is baked instead of fried, cutting calories while keeping the flavour.

Why it’s lighter

Oven-baked bread, no frying
Fresh vegetables and herbs
Lemon and sumac dressing

Healthy Fattoush

15 minPrep

8 minCook

4Servings

180kcal

Ingredients

1 pita (wholegrain preferred)
2 cucumbers
2 tomatoes
Romaine lettuce
Sliced radishes
Mint, parsley and spring onion
2 tbsp sumac
1 tbsp pomegranate molasses
3 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp olive oil

Method

Cut the pita into squares and bake at 180°C until crisp (8 minutes).
Chop the vegetables and herbs.
Whisk lemon, sumac, molasses and oil.
Toss the salad with the dressing and add the pita right before serving.

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Tip

Add the bread last so it stays crunchy.

Keys to a good fattoush

Fresh vegetables and a sharp dressing. Don’t dress too early or the vegetables wilt.

Variations

Add boiled chickpeas for protein
Add grilled chicken for a full meal
Use wholegrain pita

Frequently asked questions

Is fattoush good for weight loss?

Yes, with baked bread and little oil.

What replaces pomegranate molasses?

Lemon juice with a pinch of honey.

Can I store it?

Best eaten fresh.

⚠️ For general education only. If you have a health condition or allergy, consult your doctor.