Panzanella (Bread Salad) Recipe

Name: Panzanella (Bread Salad)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons garlic, minced; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; 2 large tomatoes, cut bite-size; ¼ cup red onion, chopped fine; ½ cup kalamata olive, pitted and chopped; 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained, chopped (optional); ½ cup fresh basil, minced; sprinkling oregano; ¼ cup pepperoncini pepper, seeded, drained, minced; ¼ cup olive oil; 1 loaf bread, day-old, about 5 C in 1-2-inch cubes; 3 tablespoons vinegar, red wine or 3 tablespoons we like balsamic vinegar; fresh parmesan cheese or asiago cheese, grated

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
2 large tomatoes, cut bite-size
¼ cup red onion, chopped fine
½ cup kalamata olive, pitted and chopped
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained, chopped (optional)
½ cup fresh basil, minced
sprinkling oregano
¼ cup pepperoncini pepper, seeded, drained, minced
¼ cup olive oil
1 loaf bread, day-old, about 5 C in 1-2-inch cubes
3 tablespoons vinegar, red wine or 3 tablespoons we like balsamic vinegar
fresh parmesan cheese or asiago cheese, grated

1
Mix garlic, salt, pepper, tomatoes, onions, olives, artichokes, basil, oregano, and pepperocinis together on baking sheet.
2
Spread to a single layer.
3
Drizzle with a little olive oil and broil until the tomatoes start to wilt.
4
Toss the bread cubes with vinegar and oil.
5
Let stand a few minutes to absorb the flavor.
6
Arrange in a single layer on baking sheet and broil for a few minutes to begin toasting.
7
Mix the broiled vegetables and bread cubes together.
8
Just prior to serving add the cheese.
9
Serve cold or at room temperature.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons garlic, minced, ¼ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper, 2 large tomatoes, cut bite-size, and more.

Yes, Panzanella (Bread Salad) falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Panzanella (Bread Salad)

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