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Panzanella Salad

 

March 7th 2011

Contributed by: Felisa Billet

 

 

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Recipe

Panzanella Salad

Like an explosion of flavors, this Tuscan bread and tomato salad is perfect summer fare.

Times

  • Ready Time : 0 min

Servings

8 Servings

Ingredients

  • 8 cups cups:dense Mediterranean-style bread, cut in 1/2-inch cubes
  • 4 cups diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups diced cucumbers
  • 1/4 cup red onion, coarsely chopped
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons capers
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons basil, coarsely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 F.
  2. Arrange bread cubes evenly on a baking sheet. Toast in the oven for 10-15 minutes or until slightly golden brown. Let cool. This step can be done a day or two in advance.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the toasted bread, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, capers, oil, vinegar, basil, salt and pepper.
  4. Toss together to thoroughly combine. The salad can be prepared up to 1 hour before serving. Serve at room temperature.

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