QUICK TUSCAN BREAD SALAD

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This hearty salad combines thick cubes of whole grain bread with tomatoes, black olives, cucumbers, and fontina cheese.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 teaspoons red-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
Coarse salt
Ground pepper
2 thick slices whole-grain bread, cut into 3/4-inch cubes (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 medium tomato, cored and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1/2 medium cucumber, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 ounces fontina cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 tablespoons halved and pitted Kalamata olives.
Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar and olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
  • Add bread, tomato, cucumber, fontina cheese, and Kalamata olives.
  • Toss well to combine. Transfer to an airtight container, and refrigerate until ready to serve, up to overnight. Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired.

Loveth Kofoshi
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great summer dish because it's light and refreshing.


olamide sofiat
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This salad is so versatile. You can add any vegetables or herbs that you like. I often add grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a more substantial meal.


Kabeer ashfaq
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's just a few simple ingredients, but they come together to create a delicious and satisfying dish.


Rex Sharpclaw
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The bread cubes and dressing make it more appealing to kids.


Mickey G
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. You can make it the night before and it will still be delicious the next day.


Dennis Mogeni
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I'm not a big fan of bread salads, but this one is an exception. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Janelle Alvarado
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover bread. It's also very budget-friendly, which is always a plus.


Yasin Ali khan
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The dressing for this salad is amazing. It's light and flavorful, with just the right amount of acidity.


Akhtar Mahi
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I love the crunch of the bread cubes in this salad. They add a nice contrast to the soft vegetables.


Tracy Douga
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This salad is so versatile. You can add any vegetables or herbs that you like. I often add grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a more substantial meal.


Oscar Stefane
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great summer dish because it's light and refreshing.


Kakai Emmanuel
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The bread cubes and dressing make it more appealing to kids.


Ashleen Riggs
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's just a few simple ingredients, but they come together to create a delicious and satisfying dish.


Akpan Daniel
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. You can make it the night before and it will still be delicious the next day.


rana yasin
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out perfect. The dressing is amazing and the bread cubes are crispy and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


Haris Awan
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover bread. It's also very versatile - you can add any vegetables or herbs that you like.


Rajanish Thapa
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I'm not usually a fan of bread salads, but this one changed my mind. The flavors are so well-balanced and the texture is perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.


Richard Hamrick
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use up leftover bread in this recipe.


Billy Prater
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I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The bread cubes add a nice crunch, and the dressing is light and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again!


Rayhan Mondol
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This Tuscan bread salad was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of flavors and textures was amazing. I especially loved the crispy bread cubes and the tangy dressing.