Panzanella Salad

Panzanella Salad on a plate with a fork
Serves 2–4

Ingredients

  • 3 slices stale sourdough bread, cut into 1” pieces
  • 1 lb tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cucumber, sliced and halved
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1” pieces
  • 6 fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 1 tbsp capers, drained
  • 6 oz cooked chicken or tofu (optional)
For the vinaigrette:
  • 1 tsp garlic, minced
  • ½ tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp white wine or champagne vinegar
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

To dry out the bread, leave out for a few hours or bake at 200°F for half an hour. Meanwhile, make the vinaigrette by whisking together all ingredients. In a large bowl, combine the vegetables, capers (optional), and ½ the vinaigrette. Add the bread and stir gently. Taste and add more vinaigrette as needed. Serves 2 as an entree, 4 as a side.

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