Watermelon Fattoush
Recipe courtesy of Shereen Abutom, Sr. Manager, Culinary Innovation, Del Taco Restaurants, Inc.
Chef Note: The toasted pita chips are typically tossed into the salad and when eaten fresh they remain crisp, but as the salad sits, the pita bread soaks up all of the delicious dressing. Basically, you’re getting different textures throughout the course. This version is more like a chips and salsa eating experience.
Ingredients
Za'Atar Pita Chips
Dressing
Watermelon Fattoush
Instructions
Za'Atar Pita Chips
- Place pita bread on sheet pan and brush both sides with olive oil. Sprinkle 1 tbsp za'atar evenly on top of each pita. Cut into wedges before toasting.
- Bake in 350 degree oven for 15 minutes or until edges are slightly brown and pita chips are crisp throughout.
- Set aside.
Dressing
- Mix lemon juice, sumac, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Whisk in olive oil until mixture is fully combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Set aside.
Watermelon Fattoush
- Combine cucumbers, tomatoes, parsley, mint, and green onions in a large bowl. Add the dressing and mix well. Add the watermelon and queso and mix gently until combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Chill mixture for about 1 hour.
For Plating
- Serve about 1 cup Watermelon Fattoush in a bowl surrounded by za'atar pita chips
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