Sunny's Spicy Spinach Panzanella Recipe

Name: Sunny's Spicy Spinach Panzanella
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 baguette, split and cut into bite-size cubes; 3 tablespoons olive oil; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 teaspoons whole grain mustard; Zest of 1 lemon; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 1/3 cup olive oil; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 10 to 12 pickled jalapeno slices, chopped; 10 to 12 super-thin slices red onion, sliced in half; 10 ounces baby spinach; 1/4 cup sliced black olives, lightly chopped; 4 heirloom tomatoes, chopped into chunks

Servings: persons

1 baguette, split and cut into bite-size cubes
3 tablespoons olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons whole grain mustard
Zest of 1 lemon
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/3 cup olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
10 to 12 pickled jalapeno slices, chopped
10 to 12 super-thin slices red onion, sliced in half
10 ounces baby spinach
1/4 cup sliced black olives, lightly chopped
4 heirloom tomatoes, chopped into chunks

1
Toast the baguette cubes: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. In a large bowl, add the baguette cubes and drizzle over the olive oil.
2
Toss until the bread is coated.
3
Sprinkle over a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper then toss again.
4
Pour onto a nonstick baking sheet and toast in the oven until golden on all sides, making sure to remove and toss in 3 to 4 minute intervals.
5
This should take 12 to 14 minutes.
6
Remove and allow the cubes to cool slightly before tossing back into the large bowl.
7
Make the vinaigrette: In a medium bowl, combine the mustard, lemon zest and lemon juice.
8
Slowly whisk in the olive oil.
9
Season with salt and pepper.
10
Add the jalapenos and onions and allow them to soak in the vinaigrette for 10 minutes.
11
Build the salad: To the large bowl of toasted baguette cubes, add the baby spinach, black olives and tomatoes.
12
Toss gently.
13
Pour over the vinaigrette and toss until combined.
14
Serve at room temperature.

415

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 baguette, split and cut into bite-size cubes, 3 tablespoons olive oil, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, 2 teaspoons whole grain mustard, and more.

Yes, Sunny's Spicy Spinach Panzanella falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sunny's Spicy Spinach Panzanella

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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