Best 8 Tomato Bread Salad With Basil And Capers Recipes

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**Tomato Bread Salad: A Mediterranean Delight**

Escape to the sun-drenched shores of the Mediterranean with our delightful tomato bread salad, a culinary symphony of fresh, juicy tomatoes, crusty bread, aromatic basil, and tangy capers. This vibrant salad is a celebration of simple ingredients, each contributing its unique flavor to create a harmonious ensemble.

Our collection of recipes takes you on a culinary journey through different variations of this classic dish. From the traditional Panzanella salad, where tomatoes and bread are bathed in a flavorful dressing, to the hearty Tuscan Bread Salad, brimming with roasted vegetables and succulent shrimp, we have something for every palate.

Indulge in the rustic charm of the Italian Bread Salad, where grilled bread and ripe tomatoes are tossed with a zesty lemon-basil dressing. Experience the elegant simplicity of the Caprese Salad, where juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil leaves are united in a symphony of flavors.

For a taste of Spain, try our Spanish Tomato Bread Salad, where tomatoes and bread are dressed with a vibrant combination of sherry vinegar and olive oil, infused with the essence of garlic and paprika.

No matter which recipe you choose, our tomato bread salad collection promises a culinary adventure that will transport you to the heart of the Mediterranean. Dive into the flavors, textures, and aromas, and let this vibrant dish awaken your senses.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

TUSCAN TOMATO & BREAD SALAD



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound cherry or grape tomatoes, halved through the stem
1 pound fresh mozzarella, 3/4-inch diced
2 teaspoons minced garlic (2 cloves)
1 teaspoon good Dijon mustard
1/4 cup good red wine vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup plus 1/3 cup good olive oil
1/2 pound sourdough bread, crusts removed and 3/4-inch diced
20 fresh basil leaves, julienned

Steps:

  • Place the tomatoes and mozzarella in a large bowl. Put the garlic, mustard, vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a 1-cup glass measuring cup and slowly whisk in the 1/2 cup of olive oil. Set aside.
  • Heat the remaining 1/3 cup of olive oil in a large (12-inch) saute pan until hot but not smoking. Add the bread cubes and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Saute over medium to medium-high heat for 5 to 8 minutes, tossing occasionally, until the bread is evenly browned and crisp. Add the warm bread to the tomatoes and mozzarella. Add enough of the vinaigrette to moisten all the ingredients. Add the basil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss carefully, adding more vinaigrette if necessary. Serve at room temperature.

GREEK TOMATO AND BREAD SALAD WITH FETA, BASIL, AND CAPERS



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Since much of Greece's dense, crusty, grainy, wonderful bread has always been dried toast like for keeping, it stands to reason that the Greeks would also have a number of ways of soaking the bread to restore its moist chewy softness. Bread salads are proof of how the plainest, simplest of foods can be utterly matchless. If you want to make barley rings go to Greek Black Barley Rings (Mavrokoulouria) # 210035 Barley Rings remain one of the most unusual and renowned Greek breads. Traditional in Crete and the Southern Cyclades, they are the epitome of rural breads, they nourish, last, and feed through winter, keeping hearts strong. Barley rings are nutty, honest, truly down to earth. They stay crunchy even when soaked in liquid. They are the bread of choice for bread salad. They are marvelous crumbled in soup, and dunking in morning brew. Traditionally the rings are made with sourdough starter but this recipe uses yeast.

Provided by Olha7397

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups very stale country bread or 4 cups other crusty bread, cut into 1/2 inch chunks
6 ripe tomatoes, cut into large chunks (about 2 pounds total)
18 olives, preferably Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
2 tablespoons capers, drained
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons fruity olive oil
8 -12 fresh basil leaves, shredded

Steps:

  • Place the bread on a platter or in a large bowl. Sprinkle with water and set aside until partially softened, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Arrange the tomatoes, olives, and capers over the bread and sprinkle with the salt and vinegar. Add the cheese and pepper to taste, and drizzle with the oil. Top with the basil and set aside to marinate for 15 to 30 minutes.
  • Toss, and serve right away.
  • The Olive and the Caper Adventures In Greek Cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 545.2, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 11.1, Sodium 457.4, Carbohydrate 96.5, Fiber 23.2, Sugar 4.7, Protein 18.4

TOMATO AND BREAD SALAD



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Time 8m

Yield 4 serving

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 medium tomatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 cup cubed toasted bread or croutons
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella

Steps:

  • Dice the tomatoes into 1-inch pieces. Set aside.
  • To make the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, garlic, and salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add the tomatoes and basil and toss. Add the bread, toss, and spoon onto a serving platter, topping with mozzarella.

TOMATO SALAD WITH SHALLOT VINAIGRETTE, CAPERS, AND BASIL



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Provided by Melia Marden

Categories     Salad     Tomato     Side     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Low Cal     Basil     Healthy     Vegan     Shallot     Capers     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons minced shallots
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt plus more
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
5 large ripe beefsteak or heirloom tomatoes, cut into 1/2" slices
2 tablespoons rinsed salt-packed capers
Freshly ground black pepper
10 fresh medium basil leaves, torn into approx. 1/2" pieces

Steps:

  • Combine shallots, vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and sugar in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil to blend. Set vinaigrette aside.
  • Arrange tomatoes on a large platter. Sprinkle capers over; season with salt and pepper. Scatter basil on top. Whisk vinaigrette again; drizzle over salad.

PANZANELLA WITH MOZZARELLA AND HERBS



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At the height of tomato season, for every perfectly ripe, taut and juicy specimen, there's an overripe, oozing counterpart not far away. The Tuscan bread salad called panzanella is the perfect place to use those sad, soft tomatoes that are still rich in flavor. Traditional panzanella is made with stale, dried bread that's rehydrated from a dressing of sweet tomato juices, vinegar and plenty of olive oil. This version also includes some mozzarella for richness and cucumber for crunch. It's an ideal make-ahead dish; the longer the mixture sits (up to 6 or so hours), the better it tastes. Just make sure your bread thoroughly dries out in the oven so it won't turn to mush.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 ounces ciabatta or baguette, preferably stale, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 3 cups)
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, more to taste
3/4 teaspoon kosher sea salt, more to taste
2 pounds very ripe tomatoes, preferably a mix of varieties and colors
6 ounces fresh mozzarella, torn or cut into bite-size pieces
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion, about half a small onion
2 garlic cloves, grated to a paste
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, more to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano or thyme (or a combination)
Large pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup thinly sliced Persian or Kirby cucumber, about 1 small cucumber
1/2 cup torn basil leaves
1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon capers, drained

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. Spread the bread cubes on a rimmed baking sheet and toss with 2 tablespoons oil and a pinch of salt. Bake until they are dried out and pale golden brown at the edges, about 7 to 15 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack.
  • Cut tomatoes into bite-size pieces and transfer to a large bowl. Add mozzarella, onions, garlic paste, 1 tablespoon vinegar, oregano or thyme, 1/4 teaspoon salt and the red pepper flakes if using. Toss to coat and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, combine remaining 1 tablespoon vinegar, the mustard, 1/4 teaspoon salt and some black pepper to taste. While whisking constantly, slowly drizzle in the remaining 4 tablespoons olive oil until the mixture is thickened. Stir in cucumbers, basil and parsley.
  • Add bread cubes, cucumber mixture and capers to the tomatoes and toss well. Let sit for at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours before serving. Toss with a little more olive oil, vinegar and salt if needed just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 293, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 561 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

GRILLED BREAD AND TOMATO SALAD



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Provided by Fred Thompson

Categories     Tomato     Vegetable     Side     Fourth of July     Picnic     Super Bowl     Vegetarian     Graduation     Father's Day     Backyard BBQ     Dinner     Lunch     Summer     Tailgating     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Party     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
8 ounces day-old Italian bread, cut into 3/4-inch-thick slices
6 dead-ripe meaty tomatoes, cored, seeded, and cut into quarters
1/4 cup minced red onion
1/3 cup fruity extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
7 or 8 grindings black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Place a small saucepan over medium heat and add the butter. When it's about half melted, throw in the garlic and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, allowing the garlic to take on a little bit of color. Remove from the heat and brush this mixture on both sides of each slice of bread.
  • 2. Oil the grill racks. Preheat your grill using all burners set on high and with the lid closed for 10 to 12 minutes.
  • 3. Place the bread on the grill, close the lid, and cook, turning once, until well marked. Careful here; depending on the moisture content of the bread, this could happen as quickly as 2 minutes (or about 1 minute on each side), but it usually takes about 4 minutes. Place the tomatoes on the grill, close the lid, and cook for a few minutes per side.
  • 4. Remove the bread to a cutting board, cut into 3/4-inch cubes, and place in a large mixing bowl. Add the tomatoes, onion, olive oil, vinegar, herbs, salt, and pepper. Toss gently with your hands to combine. Taste and adjust the seasonings if you desire. Serve at room temperature.

SLICED TOMATO SALAD WITH CAPERS AND BASIL



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This recipe comes from Weight Watchers Annual Recipes For Success 2003. This recipe is FANTASTIC, and it is only 1 point!!!

Provided by crazycookinmama

Categories     Vegetable

Time 6m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tomatoes (about 3/4 pound)
1 teaspoon capers
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon water
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cut each tomato vertically into 6 slices. Arrange on a serving plate; sprinkle with capers and basil.
  • Combine vinegar and remaining 5 ingredients in a small bowl; stir with a whisk. Pour vinegar mixture over tomato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 32.9, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 97.1, Carbohydrate 2.8, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.6, Protein 0.7

BREAD AND TOMATO SALAD



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While "bread salad" may sound unusual, you'll find that this blend from Joan Gwynn of Watsonville, California is unusually good. A simple dressing jazzes up a medley of bread cubes, tomatoes, basil and red onion.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 cups cubed Italian or French bread
3 cups chopped tomatoes
1 cup minced fresh basil
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons cider or red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 garlic clove, minced

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the bread, tomatoes, basil and onion. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining ingredients; drizzle over bread mixture. Cover and let stand for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 343mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes. This is key to making a great tomato bread salad. Look for tomatoes that are deep red and juicy, with no blemishes.
  • Use good quality bread. A hearty, rustic bread will hold up well in the salad and soak up all the delicious juices. A sourdough or ciabatta bread would be a good choice.
  • Toast the bread before adding it to the salad. This will help to give it a crispy texture.
  • Use fresh basil. Basil is the perfect herb to complement the tomatoes in this salad. If you don't have fresh basil on hand, you can use dried basil, but it won't be as flavorful.
  • Add capers for a salty, briny flavor. Capers are a great way to add a little extra flavor to this salad. If you don't like capers, you can omit them or substitute another briny ingredient, such as olives or anchovies.
  • Dress the salad with a simple vinaigrette. A vinaigrette made with olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper is all you need to dress this salad. You can also add a little Dijon mustard or honey to the vinaigrette for extra flavor.
  • Serve the salad immediately. This salad is best served fresh, so don't make it ahead of time. The bread will start to get soggy if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

Tomato bread salad is a simple but delicious summer salad that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a light and refreshing salad, give tomato bread salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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