EASY ITALIAN BREAD SALAD

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For a fresh-tasting side dish, Kathleen serves Italian Bread Salad. "This pretty blend is a snap to prepare. "For variety add whatever veggies you like, such as green or yellow peppers, zucchini, summer squash or sliced olives," she suggests.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 slices Italian or French bread (1 inch thick)
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise and sliced
1 medium cucumber, seeded and chopped
2 to 3 green onions, sliced
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
Lettuce leaves
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

  • Brush both sides of bread with 1 tablespoon oil. Place on a baking sheet. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Cut into 1-in. cubes. , In a large bowl, toss the bread cubes, tomatoes, cucumber, onions and cheese. Divide among four lettuce-lined salad plates. In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, garlic, basil and remaining oil. Drizzle over salads. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 222mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Tritri Love_Turuas
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've made it with different types of bread, vegetables, and herbs, and it's always delicious. It's also a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables.


Valerie Tutwiler
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This bread salad is a great make-ahead meal. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


sherwan abdulla
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I'm always looking for new ways to use up leftover bread, and this recipe is perfect. The bread salad is a great way to use up stale bread, and it's so easy to make. I love that I can customize it with my favorite vegetables and herbs.


Agribina Museve
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Easy and delicious! I'll be making this again.


Krishnamoorthy Prashanth
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I made this bread salad for a party last night, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it. I especially liked the way the flavors of the tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella cheese came together. I will definitely be making this again.


Muhiyadiin Omer539
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Yum! This bread salad is perfect for a summer picnic.


Suttorp Aaron
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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The bread salad was light, refreshing, and full of flavor. I especially loved the addition of the fresh herbs. I will definitely be making this again.


AbdulSamad Samadwahid
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5 stars! This recipe is a winner.


Zermina Waqar
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I've made this bread salad recipe many times, and it's always a hit. The combination of flavors is perfect, and it's so easy to make. I love that I can use up leftover bread and vegetables. It's a great way to reduce food waste.


Piper Klemann
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Delizioso! This bread salad is a keeper.