Summer Vegetable Fattoush with Sumac Dressing

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-21 · Updated 2026-04-21

A crisp, herb-filled salad featuring cucumbers, tomatoes, and toasted pita, dressed in a tangy sumac vinaigrette for a refreshing summer meal. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 20 minutes blends medium cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 200 calories and feeds 2, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. 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

• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1/4 cup red onion
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons fresh mint
• 1 teaspoon sumac
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 clove garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 slices pita bread

Instructions

1. Step 1: Dice 1 medium cucumber and halve 1 cup cherry tomatoes. Thinly slice 1/4 cup red onion.
2. Step 2: In a bowl, combine 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion.
3. Step 3: Whisk together 1 teaspoon sumac, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper until emulsified.
4. Step 4: Pour dressing over vegetables and toss gently to coat.
5. Step 5: Toast 2 slices pita bread until crisp, then break into small pieces. Top salad with toasted pita just before serving.