Best 4 Panzanella Caprese Recipes

**Panzanella Caprese: A Refreshing Summer Salad That Combines the Best of Two Italian Classics**

Panzanella Caprese is a delicious and refreshing summer salad that combines the best of two Italian classics: panzanella and Caprese salad. Panzanella is a Tuscan bread salad made with tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and basil. Caprese salad is a simple salad made with tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and basil. This panzanella Caprese recipe combines the two salads to create a flavorful and colorful dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The salad is also easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. For example, you can add other vegetables such as zucchini or bell peppers, or you can use different types of cheese such as feta or goat cheese. No matter how you choose to make it, panzanella Caprese is a surefire hit that will please everyone at your table.

**Other Recipes Featured in the Article:**

* **Classic Panzanella:** This recipe is a more traditional take on panzanella, made with tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and basil.
* **Caprese Skewers:** This fun and easy appetizer is made with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and basil leaves, all skewered together.
* **Panzanella Pasta Salad:** This hearty salad is made with panzanella, cooked pasta, and a light vinaigrette dressing.
* **Caprese Bruschetta:** This classic Italian appetizer is made with toasted bread, tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and basil.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN PAILLARD WITH CAPRESE PANZANELLA

Chicken Paillard with Caprese Panzanella image

This weeknight dinner is like summer on a plate. We turned the classic Italian salad panzanella, with bread and ripe in-season tomatoes, into a hearty main meal by adding creamy mozzarella and quick-cooking chicken cutlets to the mix.

Provided by Lauryn Tyrell

Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 chicken cutlets (1 pound total), or 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved horizontally (to make 4 cutlets)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 slices sourdough bread (each 1/2 inch thick), crusts removed, torn into 1/2-inch pieces (3 cups)
1 pound mixed tomatoes, such as heirloom and cherry, halved or quartered if large
2 tablespoons capers, drained and rinsed
1 cup thinly sliced celery hearts (from 2 stalks), plus 1/4 cup packed inner leaves
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
4 ounces fresh mozzarella, torn into pieces (1/2 cup)
1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaves

Steps:

Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high. Add half of chicken and cook, flipping once, until browned and cooked through, about 6 minutes total; transfer to a plate. Repeat with remaining chicken and 1 more tablespoon oil.
Reduce heat to medium; add 1 tablespoon oil to skillet, then bread and juices from chicken plate. Cook, stirring, until golden, 5 minutes. Let cool slightly. Transfer to a bowl with tomatoes, capers, celery hearts and leaves, vinegar, and 1 tablespoon oil. Season with salt and pepper. Fold in cheese and basil; serve with sliced chicken.

BAKED PANZANELLA CAPRESE

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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 42m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

Butter, for greasing baking sheet
5 vine-ripened tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 (8-ounce) balls fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced into 1/4-inch thick slices and patted dry with paper towels
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 packed cup chopped fresh basil leaves
Olive oil, for drizzling
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 to 8 (1/2-inch thick) slices country white bread

Steps:

Put an oven rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Butter a 9 by 12-inch rimmed baking sheet. Set aside.
Arrange the tomato slices on the bottom of the baking sheet in a single layer. Drizzle with the balsamic vinegar. Lay the cheese slices on top in a single layer. Sprinkle with the garlic and basil and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Arrange the bread slices on top and drizzle with olive oil. Bake for 25 minutes until the filling is bubbling and the bread is crisp and golden. Remove the pan from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

STRAWBERRY CAPRESE PANZANELLA

Strawberry Caprese Panzanella image

Take your meal from good to gourmet with this refreshing strawberry caprese salad featuring Stella® Cheese.

Provided by Stella Cheese

Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Stella® Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons minced shallot
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
½ teaspoon honey
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
1 day-old baguette, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 4 cups cubed bread)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 ½ cups yellow grape tomatoes, halved
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
6 ounces Stella® Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 ½ cups strawberries, halved
½ cup basil leaves, torn if large

Steps:

For the dressing, whisk together garlic, shallot, vinegar, honey, pepper and salt in a medium bowl until well combined. While whisking, slowly drizzle in oil until all oil is incorporated.
For the panzanella, preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
Place bread cubes on rimmed baking pan and drizzle with oil; toss until all bread cubes are coated in oil. Transfer to oven and bake 10 to 12 minutes or until bread is dry and dark golden brown.
Meanwhile, place tomatoes, salt, and pepper in large bowl; toss until well combined. Let stand 5 minutes.
Add Stella® mozzarella cheese, strawberries, basil, toasted bread, and Dressing to bowl with tomatoes; toss until well combined.
Serve immediately, or for best flavor, allow salad to sit at room temperature 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 608.7 calories, Carbohydrate 59.4 g, Cholesterol 29.6 mg, Fat 33.1 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 1215.6 mg, Sugar 6 g

PANZANELLA CAPRESE

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Categories Cheese

Yield 6-8 people

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 (18-inch) piece of baguette, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/3 cup plus 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 garlic clove
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons drained capers, chopped
1 1/2 lb tomatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 lb fresh mozzarella, cut into 1-inch chunks
1/2 cup chopped basil

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375°F with rack in middle. Toss bread with 2 Tbsp oil and 1/4 tsp each of salt and pepper in a large 4-sided sheet pan, then spread out in 1 layer. Bake, stirring once, until golden, 12 to 15 minutes. Mince and mash garlic to a paste with 1/2 tsp salt. Transfer to a large bowl and whisk in vinegar, capers, and remaining 1/3 cup oil. Add croutons to dressing along with tomatoes, onion, mozzarella, and basil, then toss. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes before serving. Cooks' note: Salad can be made 3 hours ahead and chilled. Bring to room temperature before serving.

Tips:

Use ripe, juicy tomatoes. This is essential for the best flavor.
Cut the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces. This will help them to evenly absorb the dressing.
Use a variety of colors of tomatoes. This will make your salad more visually appealing.
Add some fresh herbs, such as basil, oregano, or thyme. This will brighten up the flavor of the salad.
Use a good quality olive oil. This will make a big difference in the taste of the dressing.
Season the dressing to taste with salt and pepper. You may also want to add a squeeze of lemon juice or a splash of balsamic vinegar.
Toss the salad gently to coat the tomatoes evenly with the dressing. Do not overmix, or the tomatoes will become mushy.
Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Panzanella Caprese is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for summer. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. With its combination of ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.