Fattoush (Lebanese Bread Salad)

Fattoush (Lebanese Bread Salad) Ingredients

4 cups lettuce of choice (chopped)1 cup tomato (diced)2 cups cucumber (diced)1 cup green bell pepper (diced)1/2 cup radish (diced)1/2 cup scallions (chopped)1/2 cup parsley (chopped)1 tbsp mint (chopped)

Dressing

3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil2 tbsp lemon juice2 cloves garlic (grated)1 tsp sumac1 tsp pomegranate molasses1/2 tsp dried mint1/2 tsp salt (to taste)1/4 tsp ground black pepper (to taste)

Bread

2 cups stale pita or flatbread (chopped)4 tbsp olive oil1/4 tsp salt1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Steps

Whisk all the ingredients (except oil) in a bowl, slowly stream in olive oil, whisking continuously until emulsified, taste to adjust seasoning & set asideIn a large span, heat olive oil on medium high, add bread, salt & pepper, stir frequently until bread becomes golden & crispy (abt 5-7 mins), set asideAdd all the vegetables & herbs in a large bowl, pour the dressing & toss to combineAdd fried bread just before serving & gently toss again