Panzanella, a classic Italian bread salad, gets a seasonal twist with the addition of roasted winter squash and earthy sage. This hearty salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it's packed with flavor and nutrition. The roasted squash adds a touch of sweetness, while the sage provides a savory, aromatic note. The salad is dressed with a simple vinaigrette, and it's topped with toasted walnuts for added crunch.
This recipe also includes variations for making the salad with different types of winter squash, such as butternut squash or kabocha squash. There are also instructions for making a vegan version of the salad, using olive oil instead of butter to roast the squash.
PANZANELLA WITH WINTER SQUASH AND SAGE
This cool-weather panzanella trades tomatoes for caramelized roasted squash. It is a great salad for a buffet, but you can also make a meal of it.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment. Toss the squash with 1 tablespoon olive oil and salt to taste. Roast 25 minutes or until soft and caramelized on the edges, turning the slices over halfway through. Remove from heat.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat. Add bread and stir until crisp, 4 to 6 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Make the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together vinegars, salt to taste, mustard, garlic and 4 tablespoons (1/4 cup) olive oil.
- Combine bread, celery, radishes, half the squash, thyme, parsley and pepper in a large bowl. Add 1/4 cup vinaigrette and toss together.
- Whisk 1 tablespoon olive oil into remaining vinaigrette and toss with lettuce and chives. Place on a platter or in a wide bowl and top with bread mixture. Garnish with remaining squash and the Parmesan shavings. Sprinkle sage over the top, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 317, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 415 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
WINTER PANZANELLA WITH SQUASH AND SALAMI
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Toss the squash with 1 tablespoon olive oil on a rimmed baking sheet; season with salt and pepper. Bake, tossing halfway through, until golden brown and tender, about 20 minutes. Transfer to a plate and let cool. Add the bread to the baking sheet and bake until lightly toasted, 8 to 10 minutes; transfer to a large bowl.
- Meanwhile, heat the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the salami and cook, stirring, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate with a slotted spoon, reserving the drippings in the skillet.
- Add the sliced fennel and celery to the skillet and cook, stirring, until softened and browned, about 10 minutes. Add the chicken broth, vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper; cook, stirring, until the liquid is slightly reduced, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the roasted peppers and marjoram.
- Pour the fennel mixture over the bread cubes and let sit 2 minutes. Add the squash and salami and toss to coat. Top each serving of panzanella with the asiago and fennel fronds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Fat 28 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Cholesterol 40 milligrams, Sodium 1234 milligrams, Carbohydrate 46 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 16 grams, Sugar 5 grams
WINTER APPLE & SQUASH PANZANELLA
Give the classic Italian tomato and stale bread salad a seasonal twist with hazelnuts, cranberries, squash and apple
Provided by Cassie Best
Categories Lunch, Side dish, Starter, Supper, Vegetable
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Put the squash on a baking tray, drizzle with 1 tbsp oil and scatter over the sage and some seasoning. Toss together, then bake for 30 mins.
- Add the apple slices to the tray, drizzle over the honey and toss with the squash. Put the bread on a separate tray and return both trays to the oven. Bake for another 10-15 mins until the squash and apple are tender and starting to caramelise, and the bread is crisp. Meanwhile, toast the hazelnuts in a small pan until golden. Remove the trays from the oven and set aside to cool a little.
- Whisk the remaining oil, the honey and vinegar in a large bowl with some seasoning. Add the kale, cranberries, hazelnuts, squash apples and toasted bread. Toss everything together, then transfer to a platter or plates to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 648 calories, Fat 30 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 77 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 42 grams sugar, Fiber 9 grams fiber, Protein 13 grams protein, Sodium 0.8 milligram of sodium
WINTER PANZANELLA
Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 1h25m
Yield 6 servings as first course or side dish, or 4 as main course
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over moderate heat and cook until it foams. Add the garlic and thyme, and immediately add the bread cubes. Toss to coat well. Add most of the grated cheese and stir. Transfer bread to a baking sheet and sprinkle with the remaining cheese and salt and pepper and gently toss again while still warm to melt the cheese. Bake stirring once or twice, until the croutons are crisp and lightly colored on the outside but still soft within, about 10 to 15 minutes. Set aside and let cool.
- Soak the sliced onion in the sherry vinegar and a pinch of salt for about 15 minutes. Set aside.
- Toss the squash with 1 1/2 tablespoons of the olive oil, sage, salt, and pepper. Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake until the squash is tender and lightly caramelized, about 15 to minutes. Let cool.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the quartered Brussels sprouts and cook until tender but retain a touch of crispness, about 1 1/2 minutes, and drain.
- Into the reserved red onions and vinegar, whisk in remaining 1/2 cup olive oil. Season with pepper.
- In a large bowl combine the roasted squash, croutons, and Brussels sprouts. Add the vinaigrette and toss. Add the parsley leaves and toss again. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Garnish with grated Parmesan and serve immediately.
- Chef note: "Soaking the onion briefly in sherry vinegar--sometimes called blooming the onion--mellows the raw onion taste."
Tips:
- Choose the right squash: For best results, use a firm, sweet variety of winter squash, such as butternut, acorn, or kabocha. These squashes hold their shape well when roasted and add a delicious flavor to the salad.
- Roast the squash until tender: Roasting the squash brings out its natural sweetness and caramelizes the edges, giving it a slightly smoky flavor. Make sure to roast the squash until it is tender but not mushy.
- Use a variety of greens: Arugula, kale, and spinach are all great choices for this salad. You can also use a mix of greens for a more complex flavor.
- Make the dressing ahead of time: The dressing can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator. This will save you time when you're ready to assemble the salad.
- Serve the salad immediately: Panzanella is best served immediately after it is made. The croutons will start to soften over time, so it's best to enjoy the salad while they're still crispy.
Conclusion:
Panzanella with winter squash and sage is a delicious and hearty salad that is perfect for a fall or winter meal. The combination of roasted squash, greens, and croutons is both flavorful and satisfying. This salad is also a great way to use up leftover squash. If you have any roasted squash leftover from another recipe, simply add it to this salad for a quick and easy meal.
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