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Classic Panzanella Salad: A Fresh Take on Tradition!

A refreshing and traditional Italian salad made with day-old bread, ripe tomatoes, and fresh vegetables, perfect for summer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups day-old crusty bread cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 cups ripe tomatoes chopped
  • 1 cucumber peeled and sliced
  • 1 bell pepper any color, chopped
  • 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves torn
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Spread the bread cubes on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and torn basil leaves.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Add the toasted bread cubes to the vegetable mixture. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring the bread is well-coated.
  5. Let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the bread to absorb some of the dressing.
  6. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or chickpeas to the salad.
  • Experiment with different vegetables like radishes or zucchini for a unique twist.

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