In the realm of summer salads, few dishes can rival the vibrant and refreshing Peach Panzanella. Originating from the sun-kissed lands of Italy, this delightful salad captivates with its harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. This article presents a culinary journey through three distinct Peach Panzanella recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From the traditional Tuscan version to a modern take with grilled peaches and burrata, to a tantalizing arugula and prosciutto variation, these recipes promise an explosion of flavors that will transport you to the heart of Italy's culinary heritage.
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PEACH PANZANELLA
A simple swap is all it takes to reimagine panzanella. This Italian summer salad usually features cubes of day-old rustic bread and tomatoes, tossed with basil leaves and a simple vinaigrette. But slices of ripe, juicy peaches in place of, or in addition to, the tomatoes bring a different (but entirely welcome) sweetness to the mix.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place garlic on a cutting board; hit it with the side of a large knife to break it open a bit. Place peaches, onion, and garlic in a large nonreactive bowl. Drizzle oil and vinegar over the fruit mixture; season with salt and pepper. Toss; let stand, covered, in a cool place, for 1 hour or more.
- Place bread on a hot grill or under a heated broiler; toast until both sides are slightly charred, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat, rub lightly with garlic if desired; tear bread into bite-size chunks. When ready to serve, add cucumbers, basil, and bread to peaches.
- Toss to coat bread thoroughly with the marinating liquid. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, and remove garlic clove.
PANZANELLA
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large saute pan. Add the bread and salt; cook over low to medium heat, tossing frequently, for 10 minutes, or until nicely browned. Add more oil as needed.
- For the vinaigrette, whisk all the ingredients together.
- In a large bowl, mix the tomatoes, cucumber, red pepper, yellow pepper, red onion, basil, and capers. Add the bread cubes and toss with the vinaigrette. Season liberally with salt and pepper. Serve, or allow the salad to sit for about half an hour for the flavors to blend.
PEACH AND CORNBREAD PANZANELLA
Provided by Katie Lee Biegel
Categories side-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- For the cornbread: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Oil a baking sheet.
- Put the cornbread on the prepared baking sheet, drizzle with oil and season with salt. Bake until nicely toasted, about 15 minutes. Let cool completely.
- For the dressing: Whisk the mustard, vinegar, oil, capers, salt and pepper together in a large bowl.
- For the salad: Add the peaches, cucumbers, tomatoes and onions to the dressing and toss. Add in the cornbread cubes and basil and toss again. Let stand at room temperature for about 20 minutes before serving.
- Drizzle olive oil over the top. Place slices of prosciutto over the top.
PEACH PANZANELLA
Pair this salad with barbecued chicken as part of a summer menu. Made with peaches, mozzarella and a lemon and caper dressing, it's also great on its own
Provided by Tom Kerridge
Categories Lunch, Side dish, Supper
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Make the dressing by whisking the oil, lemon juice and capers together in a small bowl, then set aside.
- Heat oven to 190C/170C fan/gas 5. Scatter the brioche cubes over a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 mins until golden and crispy. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
- Arrange the lettuce on a serving platter with the peaches and burrata and season well. To serve, drizzle over the dressing, then scatter over the thyme, basil and croutons.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 336 calories, Fat 22 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 19 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 12 grams protein, Sodium 0.7 milligram of sodium
CHARRED-PEACH PANZANELLA WITH PICKLED PEPPER VINAIGRETTE
A plate of tomatoes and peaches might not sound like dinner at first but hear us out. Throw in some crisped bacon, char those peaches and some bread in the rendered fat, dress the sliced tomatoes in garlicky brine from pickled chiles, and suddenly "salad for dinner" is something we can all get behind. The whole thing costs less than $10 and makes the most out of every ingredient that goes into it.
Provided by Joe Sevier
Categories Dinner Lunch Peach Bacon Tomato Mustard Hot Pepper Garlic Quick & Easy
Yield 4 Servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Whisk garlic, pickle brine, mustard, and salt in a large bowl to combine. Add tomatoes and pickled peppers and gently toss to combine. Let sit, tossing occasionally, while you cook the bacon, bread, and peaches.
- Arrange bacon in a cold large cast-iron skillet and set over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mostly crisp (there can still be a few soft, chewy spots if you're into that sort of thing), about 10 minutes. Transfer bacon to paper towels to drain. Pour bacon fat into a small bowl; set aside. Wipe out skillet.
- Heat 2 Tbsp. reserved bacon fat in same skillet. Working in batches and adding more bacon fat as needed, toast bread until golden (a few char marks are fine), about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Wipe out skillet.
- Heat another 1 Tbsp. bacon fat (if you've run out, use vegetable or olive oil) in same skillet and cook peach halves, cut side down, until lightly charred, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board; let sit until cool enough to handle. Slice each half in half again or into thirds and add to bowl with tomatoes. Tear toasted bread into 1"-1½" pieces and add to bowl. Add bacon and toss gently to combine and saturate bread with juices collected in bowl.
- Transfer panzanella to a platter or individual bowls to serve.
GRILLED PEACH PANZANELLA
This refreshing salad is a new take on an Italian classic, with a touch of sweetness - pair it with pork belly for a summer roast
Provided by Rosie Birkett
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Quick-pickle the shallots in a bowl with the cider vinegar and sugar. Destone and slice the peaches.
- Put the peaches in a bowl and toss with 1/2 tbsp olive oil, the chilli flakes, fennel seeds and some seasoning. Heat a griddle pan over a high heat and sear the peaches for 2 mins each side until they have char lines on them. Remove from the heat and allow to cool.
- Pour the vinegar from the shallots into a bowl and whisk together with the remaining olive oil and some seasoning to make a dressing.
- Put the peaches in a salad bowl or sharing platter with the lemon juice, shallots, capers and bread, season well and pour over the dressing. Add the rocket, basil and fennel fronds (if using), and toss thoroughly with your hands to combine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 114 calories, Fat 7 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 10 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, Sodium 0.2 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Choose the ripest peaches you can find. This will ensure that your salad is bursting with flavor.
- Use a variety of colors of peaches. This will make your salad more visually appealing.
- Don't be afraid to add other fruits and vegetables to your salad. Some good options include tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, and corn.
- Use a light and flavorful dressing. A vinaigrette or a simple olive oil and vinegar dressing is a good option.
- Serve your salad immediately after making it. This will prevent the bread from getting soggy.
Conclusion:
Peach panzanella is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for summer. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you have a ripe peach, give this salad a try!
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