WATERMELON PANZANELLA

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From 'The Modern Vegetarian' via The Oregonian. Here's a new and unusual twist on classic panzanella.

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories     Melons

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

10 slices ciabatta (each slice 1 inch thick)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small red onion, finely sliced
2 cups diced seedless watermelon
2 cups diced plum tomatoes
1 cup peeled diced cucumber
2 tablespoons rinsed and drained capers
7 ounces halloumi cheese, diced (or half halloumi and half feta cheese)
2/3 cup chopped kalamata olive
1 small bunch basil, roughly chopped
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 pinch granulated sugar
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Salad: Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Tear the ciabatta into crouton-sized pieces, drizzle with olive oil, place in a roasting pan, and cook until golden, about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Toss the onion, watermelon, tomatoes, cucumber, capers, cheese, olives and basil together in a large bowl.
  • Add the ciabatta and mix together well. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer the mixture to a serving platter.
  • Dressing: Whisk the vinegar, oil, garlic and sugar together. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Pour over salad and let stand 1 hour to allow the ingredients to marinate before serving.

Malk Osman
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Ghullam Muhammed Sheedi
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This is a great recipe for a summer party. It's easy to make and it's always a hit.


Katleho Ndlovu
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of watermelon, tomatoes, and basil.


Elizabeth Tolulope
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This is a great way to use up leftover watermelon. It's also a healthy and delicious side dish for any summer meal.


Nabin Bhattarai
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


sanu sunuwar321
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This is a great recipe for a summer party. It's easy to make and it's always a hit.


DX GAMER
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of watermelon, tomatoes, and basil.


M. Alyan
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This is a great way to use up leftover watermelon. It's also a healthy and delicious side dish for any summer meal.


Kelsey Mccullum
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Jalal Bayar
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This is a great recipe for a summer party. It's easy to make and it's always a hit.


Chisom Vivian
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of watermelon, tomatoes, and basil.


stephanie davis
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover watermelon and it's also a healthy and refreshing side dish.


Aamir Pitafi
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This is my new favorite summer salad. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Fonjindam Pride
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


punjabi songe T
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover watermelon. It's also a healthy and delicious side dish for any summer meal.


Arslan Sharif Bajwa
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This salad is delicious and so refreshing! The watermelon and tomatoes are so juicy and flavorful, and the dressing is perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Nazeer Ahmed
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit at parties. I usually add a little bit of feta cheese to mine for extra flavor.


Gregory Augustus
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This watermelon panzanella is a refreshing and flavorful summer salad. The combination of watermelon, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and basil is perfect, and the dressing is light and tangy. I will definitely be making this salad again!


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