Sumac-Spiced Fattoush Salad

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-12 · Updated 2026-04-12

A refreshing bread salad featuring crisp cucumbers, tomatoes, and toasted pita with a tangy sumac dressing. This mediterranean-inspired salads (vegetarian) ready in about 25 minutes pairs pita bread, medium cucumber, cherry tomatoes into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 slices pita bread
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1/4 cup red onion
• 1/4 cup fresh mint
• 1 tsp sumac
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: Cut pita bread into 1-inch cubes and spread in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast in a preheated oven at 375°F for 8-10 minutes until crisp and golden, stirring once halfway through. Let cool completely.
2. Step 2: Peel and dice cucumber into 1/2-inch cubes. Halve cherry tomatoes and thinly slice red onion. Finely chop fresh mint.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp sumac, and 1/4 tsp salt until emulsified. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional sumac or lemon juice if needed.
4. Step 4: In a large bowl, combine cooled pita cubes, diced cucumber, halved tomatoes, sliced red onion, and chopped mint. Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated. Let sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.