PANZANELLA (ITALIAN BREAD SALAD)

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Categories     Leafy Green     Tomato     Salad     Salad Dressing     Side

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 and 1/2 cups Rustic Bread (not baguette - too hard), cubed into bite-size pieces (she uses take and bake bread from grocery or large french bread)
3 tablespoons Fustini's Varietal Olive Oil (she likes Arbequina and Hojiblanca)
1/4 teaspoon Salt and Pepper (1/4 tsp each)
1 l Large Heirloom tomato
1/2 cup Cherry or grape tomatoes
1 bunch Fresh mozzarella balls, quartered
1 teaspoon Kosher salt
5 ounces Fresh baby arugula, spinach, or spring mix, chopped to bite-size
4 tablespoons Basil, chopped
1/4 cup Sliced red onion
2-1/2 tablespoons Fustini's Herbs of Naples balsamic vinegar (2 to 2-1/2 T)
5 tablespoons Fustini's olive oil (arbequina)
1 pinch salt and pepper (pinch of each)
1/2 teaspoon Italian herbs

Steps:

  • Whisk dressing ingredients together and set aside (herbs of naples balsamic, arbequina oil, s&p, italian herbs).
  • In a non-stick pan, heat the varietal olive oil, basil, and salt and pepper. Add bread cubes and toss until crisp . Want toasted crisp on outside, soft inside. (Can also do on a sheet pan and toast in the oven.) Let cool.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add tomatoes and season with kosher salt. add the cooled bread cubes, arugula, basil and onion.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly and serve (note: just need a small amount of dressing until it just coats).

Kengne RICHY
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This was a really good salad! I would definitely make it again.


Madina islamic world
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This salad was delicious! I loved the combination of the fresh vegetables and the crispy bread. The dressing was also very good.


Aneestiger Aneestigrr
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This was a great recipe! The salad was very flavorful and the dressing was perfect. I would definitely make this again.


Abidhussain Hussain
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This salad was so easy to make and it was so delicious! I loved the combination of the fresh vegetables and the crispy bread. The dressing was also very good. I will definitely be making this again.


Milena Jakovljević
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This was a really great salad! I loved the combination of the fresh vegetables and the crispy bread. The dressing was also very good. I would definitely make this again.


jaybest Songs
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This salad was delicious! The flavors were so fresh and summery. I loved the combination of the tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and basil. The bread was also a nice touch. I would definitely make this again.


brooklyn moruf
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This is my go-to summer salad recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd pleaser. I love the combination of the fresh vegetables, herbs, and bread. The dressing is also perfect. I usually add a little extra garlic and lemon juice to taste.


Jc Ayan
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This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and the salad turned out perfect. The bread was crispy and the vegetables were fresh and flavorful. I loved the combination of the tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and basil. The dressing was also very good.


Raheel 1214
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the addition of the capers and olives, which gave the salad a nice salty flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Muriel Tshisimba
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This panzanella salad was a fantastic summer dish! It was light, refreshing, and full of flavor. I loved the combination of the fresh vegetables, herbs, and bread. The dressing was also perfect - tangy and flavorful without being too heavy. I will de