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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Essentials: Salad With Tomatoes And Grilled Bread (Not Day Old Bread) Recipe?

You need 7 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound country bread, cut into 3/4-inch slices (sourdough boule or cibatta will also work), 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, 3 large beefsteak tomatoes, cut into 3/4-inch dice (about 4 cups), 1 cucumber, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch dice (about 2 cups), and more.

Essentials: Salad With Tomatoes And Grilled Bread (

Name: Essentials: Salad With Tomatoes And Grilled Bread (Not Day Old Bread) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound country bread, cut into 3/4-inch slices (sourdough boule or cibatta will also work); 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 large beefsteak tomatoes, cut into 3/4-inch dice (about 4 cups); 1 cucumber, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch dice (about 2 cups); 1/4 cup loosely packed fresh basil, torn into bite-size pieces; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Bake this irresistible Essentials: Salad With Tomatoes And Grilled Bread (Not Day Old Bread) at home. Made with country bread, olive oil, beefsteak toma…

This Essentials: Salad With Tomatoes And Grilled Bread (Not Day Old Bread) relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as plus 2 tablespoons olive oil and red wine vinegar. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 154 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It works as a light main on its own or as a starter alongside crusty bread, and it's just as good for a cozy night in as it is for feeding a crowd. Leftovers keep well, so it's a smart choice for meal prep too.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Salads

Servings: persons

1/2 pound country bread, cut into 3/4-inch slices (sourdough boule or cibatta will also work)
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
3 large beefsteak tomatoes, cut into 3/4-inch dice (about 4 cups)
1 cucumber, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch dice (about 2 cups)
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh basil, torn into bite-size pieces
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

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Servings
4 servings
Calories
154 kcal
Category
Salads

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