Panzanella (Tuscan Tomato and Bread Salad)
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Panzanella (Tuscan Tomato and Bread Salad)
Description
Panzanella (Tuscan Tomato and Bread Salad) starts with rustic bread such as ciabatta or sourdough torn into bite-sized pieces and toasted with olive oil until the edges become crispy. The bread then meets chunks of ripe tomatoes and thin slices of red onion, which provide bright, juicy, and slightly sharp flavors. Seasoning with kosher salt and black pepper enhances the ingredients.
The salad is dressed with a mixture made from grated garlic, Dijon mustard, extra virgin olive oil, and red wine vinegar, which is poured over the salad and gently tossed. Letting it sit for 15 minutes allows the flavors to meld while the bread soaks some dressing without losing its crunch completely. Fresh basil leaves top the salad to add an herbal brightness.
This dish is ideal for summer when tomatoes are at their peak, serving as a refreshing side dish or a light lunch. The combination of textures from crispy bread and juicy vegetables makes it satisfying without heaviness.
Ingredients
- 4 cups Rustic bread ciabatta or sourdough
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 lbs tomato cut into pieces
- 1/2 red onion sliced
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/3 cup basil fresh leaves
Dressing
- 1 clove garlic grated
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup olive oil extra virgin
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Tear the bread into bite size pieces and place them on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and toast in the oven for 10 to 15 minutes until it's crispy on the edges.
- Place the tomatoes in a large bowl and add in the onions. Season with salt and pepper and give it a good toss.
- Add the toasted bread to the tomatoes and onions and give it a gentle toss.
- In a small bowl mix the olive oil with red wine vinegar, dijon mustard and garlic. Drizzle over the salad and mix well.
- Let the salad sit for 15 minutes, then transfer to a serving platter and top with fresh basil leaves.
Notes
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 298 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 298kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Sodium | 484mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 473mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 1524IU | 30% |
| Vitamin C | 25mg | 28% |
| Calcium | 42mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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