Panzanella (Tuscan Bread Salad) | Brunch with Babs
Panzanella (Tuscan Bread Salad)
15 mins prepServes 4
Panzanella is a savory Tuscan bread salad that combines crusty Italian bread, fresh vegetables, and a light dressing, creating a delightful dish perfect for any time between happy hour and dinner.
1: Brush bread with olive oil and toast in a 375 degree oven for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
2: Rub with garlic cloves.
3: Break into cubes and add to bowl.
4: Cut grape tomatoes from pole to pole.
5: Place in colander that is placed over a bowl and sprinkle with salt.
6: Let tomatoes sweat for 15 minutes.
7: Add the beans, basil, mozzarella balls, and tomatoes to the bowl, reserving the tomato liquid.
8: Combine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, and tomato liquid and whisk together.
9: Pour over the bread mixture and toss.
10: Add salt and pepper to taste.
11: Allow flavors to marry for 5-10 minutes before serving.
