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Panzanella Toscana

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Panzanella Toscana, or Tuscan bread salad, celebrates simple seasonal flavors: ripe tomatoes, fragrant basil, garlic, crisp cucumbers and artisan bread. Capers, red wine vinegar and high-quality olive oil take this Panzanella salad recipe to the next level.

  • Total Time: 30 mins.
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 recipe Rustic Homemade Croutons
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cups Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons capers
  • 1/8 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • Sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste
  • 1520 fresh basil leaves

Instructions

  1. Prepare the quick and easy Rustic Homemade Croutons according to the instructions.
  2. While the croutons bake, prepare the remaining ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, gently combine all ingredients through the capers.
  3. When the croutons have baked and completely cooled, gently fold them into the salad along with the extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, sea salt and freshly cracked pepper. Gently toss to combine.
  4. Garnish with the fresh basil leaves and serve immediately.
  • Author: Cortney Sparkman
  • Prep Time: 10 mins.
  • Cook Time: 20 mins.
  • Category: Salads
  • Method: By hand
  • Cuisine: Italian Inspired
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