TUSCAN TOSSED SALAD

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I like to let this salad sit awhile to allow the flavors to blend. Serve it in a pretty, clear trifle dish and you'll have a stunning side dish on the table.-Elaine Sweet, Dallas, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 loaf (1 pound) focaccia bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon plus 1/4 cup olive oil, divided
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup minced fresh basil
4 anchovy fillets, rinsed and chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens
3 large yellow or red tomatoes, seeded and chopped
3 cups grape tomatoes
2 medium cucumbers, peeled, seeded and diced
1/2 cup pitted Greek olives, halved
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1 jar (7 ounces) roasted sweet red peppers, drained and sliced

Steps:

  • Place bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet; drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil. Bake at 400° for 5-7 minutes or until lightly toasted. Cool on a wire rack., For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, basil, anchovies, garlic, salt, pepper and remaining oil. In a large bowl, combine the greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, celery, onion and red peppers., In a 3-qt. trifle bowl or deep salad bowl, layer with a third of the bread cubes and a third of the greens mixture; drizzle with a third of the dressing. Repeat layers twice. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 366mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Akash Suknanan
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I love that this salad is so easy to make.


Samuel Chidera
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Hassan Baloch
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I love the pop of color from the tomatoes and cucumbers in this salad.


Gaylen Miller
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Sabbir Shaike
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I often make it the night before and it's still delicious the next day.


Chadni
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I love that this salad is so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste.


Irfan Ifjcjg
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Adil shakir
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I'm not a big fan of tomatoes, but I loved them in this salad. They were so fresh and juicy.


Mba Khan
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or steak.


Fawad ali Fawad
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I love the addition of the fresh herbs in this salad. They really add a lot of flavor.


Isyaku Ismail
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This salad is perfect for a summer barbecue.


Adhir roy
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


David Chuyma
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's just a few fresh ingredients tossed together with a delicious dressing.


Rohan98
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover grilled vegetables.


Rafaqat Shah
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I'm not a big fan of salads, but this one is an exception. The dressing is amazing and the combination of flavors is perfect.


matrix diagsales
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Krzysztof Ra
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I made this salad for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the addition of the kalamata olives.


Khahliso Matooane
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This salad was so refreshing and flavorful! The combination of the mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, and mozzarella cheese was perfect. I also loved the dressing, which was light and tangy.