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Laura's Panzanella Bread Salad

Laura Comanici
The combination of crusty bread and juicy tomatoes makes this an irresistible salad.
5 from 1 vote
Course Salad
Cuisine Italian

Ingredients
  

Salad

  • 1 pound loaf of good crusty bread
  • 4 ripe plum tomatoes, cubed
  • 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 large handful fresh basil, torn into pieces

Dressing

  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • pinch of salt and pepper

Instructions
 

  • Cut bread into 1-inch cubes, and toast on a cookie sheet in the oven at 300 degrees until brown and crunchy on the outside, but still chewy on the inside.
  • Allow bread to cool, then combine salad ingredients together in a large salad bowl. Mix gently.
  • In another smaller bowl, combine all ingredients for dressing and beat dressing with a whisk or fork until it is" thick". When it thickens, you will know it is thoroughly mixed. Drizzle dressing over salad mixture, toss well, and serve immediately. Makes 8 to 10 servings. Enjoy!
  • Note: If your bread is too crunchy, it will soften as the salad sits.