Panzanella Salad

Steps to make

1. 1

   Toast bread cubes

   10 min
   

   In a large saute pan over medium-low heat, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and add 4 slices of Tuscan bread, cut into 1-inch cubes along with ½ teaspoon of dried oregano and a pinch of kosher salt. Cook, while tossing, for about 10 minutes until the bread is toasted and browned. browned. Or bake on a baking sheet lined with parchment, in the oven at 400 °F for about 10-15 minutes until toasted and browned.

2. 2

   Prepare dressing

   1 min
   

   In a small bowl, whisk 1 clove of minced garlic with 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, ¼ teaspoon of salt, and ¼ teaspoon of pepper until well combined.

4. 3

   Prepare salad

   2 min
   

   In a large bowl, toss 1 cup of cherry tomato halves, 1 thinly sliced cucumber, 1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces, 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces, ¼ of red onion, thinly sliced and 10 freshly sliced basil leaves to combine.

5. 4

   Add bread and dressing

   2 min
   

   Add the toasted bread cubes and pour the prepared dressing over. Toss to combine well and season with additional salt and pepper to taste.

6. 5

   Marinate

   30 min
   

   Set salad aside for about 30 minutes to marinate and the bread can absorb all the flavors.

7. 6

   Serve

   

   Serve and enjoy with additional toppings of crumbled feta or fresh mozzarella, if you wish!