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Panzanella (Italian tomato & bread salad)

15-Minute Panzanella: The Irresistible Italian Bread Salad You Need


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing Italian salad made with ripe tomatoes, stale bread, and fresh herbs.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 cups stale bread, cubed
  • 4 ripe tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, torn
  • 2 tbsp capers
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine bread, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, basil, and capers in a large bowl.
  2. Whisk olive oil and vinegar together in a small bowl.
  3. Pour dressing over salad and toss gently.
  4. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Let sit for 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use day-old bread for best texture.
  • Adjust vinegar to taste.
  • Serve chilled or at room temperature.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 0 mins
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: panzanella, Italian salad, tomato bread salad, summer salad