3 oz. purslane (greens available at farmers markets)
1.5 oz. fresh mint leaves
2 oz. pita chips
LEMON SUMAC VINAIGRETTE DRESSING
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon pomegranate molasses
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons sumac
METHOD
Mix vinaigrette ingredients, and set aside. Mix all other ingredients (except for pita chips) in large bowl, and toss with dressing to coat well. Add pita chips, and toss once more. Sprinkle sumac, if desired. Serves 4.
Recipe courtesy of Ilili Box, lilibox.com, at at City Kitchen, 700 8th Ave, New York, NY 10036; rownyc.com
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