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Panzanella (Italian tomato & bread salad)

15-Minute Panzanella: The Irresistible Italian Bread Salad


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing Italian salad made with tomatoes, stale bread, and fresh herbs.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 cups stale bread, cubed
  • 3 large tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Tear or cut the bread into bite-sized cubes.
  2. Combine bread, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and basil in a large bowl.
  3. Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently.
  5. Let sit for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use day-old bread for best texture.
  • Add olives or capers for extra flavor.
  • Serve chilled or at room temperature.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Panzanella, Italian salad, tomato bread salad