Easy Classic Panzanella Salad Recipe

This easy classic Panzanella salad is a refreshing and simple dish perfect for warm weather. It combines ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and hearty bread for a delicious and satisfying meal.

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Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 30

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

▢ 4 cups day-old bread cut into 1-inch cubes
▢ 2 cups tomatoes chopped
▢ 1 cup cucumber sliced
▢ 0.25 cup red onion thinly sliced
▢ 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves torn
▢ 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
▢ 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
▢ 0.25 tsp salt to taste
▢ 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground

Instructions

Preparation Steps

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the bread cubes on a baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes, until golden and crispy.
In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and basil leaves.
Add the toasted bread cubes to the bowl with the vegetables.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together gently to combine.
Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes before serving to allow the bread to absorb the flavors.

Notes

For the best flavor, use the ripest tomatoes you can find. This salad is versatile and can easily be adapted with additional vegetables or herbs.

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