Reviewed: Jul. 19, 2004

Very tasty! Terrific with large chunks of fresh cuke and tomato. Especially since the cuke soaks up the dressing. The mint mingles well with the lemon and garlic. Pita chips with sea salt makes for a nice topping... You can make this salad last by keeping the romaine, dressing, and remainder of the ingredients in separate containers and fridge it until ready to serve. Make sure you allow the dressing time to thaw as the oil hardens when cold.

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BAIRN

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Reviewed: Jul. 3, 2004

This was awesome! I found Sumac on line at a store called Hashems and made this. Its was great! Sumac kind of sticks to your teeth but it's worth it! People who would not normally touch this type of thing were smitten. It is now a family favorite!!!!

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Reviewed: May 15, 2004

yum! Unfortunately, I couldn't find sumac anywhere, but it was delicious even without it. My dad said it was the best salad he ever had, so needless to say there was none left over!

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Reviewed: May 4, 2004

Couldn't find the sumac, but the salad was still great. I only wish I could give it more than five stars. The only problem is that it doesn't keep well as the pita bread croutons get a bit soggy.

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Home Town: Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan

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Reviewed: May 3, 2004

EXCELLENT!! I was looking for a good recipe for this dressing, and I found it!!

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Reviewed: Apr. 26, 2004

I would give this more than five stars if it were possible,it was FANTASTIC! I had to order the sumac on line,not a common spice in the midwest.The effort was worth it.My company and I couldn't leave this salad alone,it was such a treat.The store was out of pita bread so I got a loaf of old world type bread from the bakery,sliced and toasted it and served on the side instead of mixing in. I only immagine that the pitas couldn't be any better if I had them,will try for comparison next time. We will make this alot because it is wonderfully different and simple to prepare. I want to pair it next time with gorganzola grape leaf rolls from this site,they are both spectacular and would compliment each other I am sure. Thankyou for sharing this. This recipe alone makes all the time I have spent reading reviews worth it!

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LINDA

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Reviewed: Mar. 18, 2004

The first time I made this I didn't have sumac, so I used a possibly even more obscure Indian spice, amchoor, which is also very sour. The second time, I had my sumac. The dressing was a tad too tart for me, so I plan to cut the lemon juice just a little bit next time. Otherwise, this is a great salad. I especially enjoy the mint.

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Reviewed: Feb. 22, 2004

Ok, so I live in the country and we do not have this herb around here. However, this is a very refreshing salad without it and I have made it twice now. I toss in a little shredded mozzerella too as I am a cheese nut!

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Reviewed: Feb. 16, 2004

THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST SALADS I HAVE EVER HAD!!! The sumac powder can be found in middle-eastern markets and be sure to add the pita pieces right b4 serving.

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Reviewed: Feb. 8, 2004

Great recipe! My boyfriend is Lebanese and gave me the thumbs up. My only tip- add TONS of sumac to the salad and when you think you've added enough, add more! I'm talking like a 1/2 cup worth...trust me!

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Reviewed: Aug. 18, 2003

This was wonderful -- a great, fresh-tasting salad with a lot of zip. I did not have sumac, b/c couldn't find it anywhere, but the salad was STILL to die for. A keepr, for sure. Yum!!

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TENSMOM

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Reviewed: Jul. 16, 2003

The dressing is refreshingly good. I grow my own mint. It grows like a weed and is a perennial. What I like about mint, is that it gives food a fresh wholesome summery flavor. Thank you for the recipes.

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Reviewed: Jun. 20, 2003

My family LOVES this salad. We have it a couple of times a month.

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JOHARM

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Reviewed: May 22, 2003

This was delicious. Eat it as a salad with the toasted pita pieces or fill an untoasted pita with the salad mixture for a wonderful vegetarian sandwich.

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Reviewed: May 20, 2003

Very nice salad; refreshing with the cucumber, mint, and lemon juice. No revisions made; it's good just as it is. I've had sumac powder on various dishes at my favorite Mediterranean restaurant, so it was fun to hunt it down and use it on my own. Thank you so much, Winna! (May 20, 2003)

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Reviewed: Apr. 5, 2003

This salad is very authentic. The only change I made was omitting the green onions, I used regular white onions instead. The recipe is exactly like the one in my middle eastern cookbook, and all my arab friends loved it! Be sure and put the pita bread in right before serving.

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SHERS54

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Reviewed: Mar. 29, 2003

This was great. I'm only sorry I didn't make more for my husband who couldn't get enough of it!

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Reviewed: Feb. 28, 2003

This is excellent! I found the sumac at a middle eastern market. This adds a great flavor. Thanks, Winna!

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Reviewed: Feb. 27, 2003

Yum!

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Reviewed: Feb. 18, 2003

My boyfriend(who is from the middle east) said this is the best salad he had ever had in his entire life! The sumac really enhances this salad. I will definately use this recipe often.

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