FATTOUSH

FATTOUSH:

INGREDIENTS:

1 tbsp olive oil and lemon juice each
2 tomatoes, cubed
1 cucumber, peeled and chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded, deribbed and diced
5 spring onions, chopped
1/2 lettuce, shredded
2 tbsp parsley, finely chopped
1 tbsp mint, finely chopped or 1 tsp dried mint
1 pita bread, cubed, toasted or croutons, as desired
Salt and pepper, to taste

METHOD:
To prepare dressing, mix together olive oil and lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.Combine tomatoes, cucumber, green bell pepper, spring onions,lettuce, parsley, mint, and toasted bread or croutons.Pour prepared dressing over salad. Toss well, and chill for 40 minutes. Serve as appetiser.

BRIGHT IDEA-Home made olive oil and lemon juice dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for a week