Panzanella Salad

Salads & Sides & Soups

Aug 31

Ingredients

1/2 loaf day old ciabatta,

water bread or focaccia, diced

2 ripe tomatoes, diced

8 ounces Bocconcini, diced

1 clove garlic, thinly sliced

1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced

1/2 cup pitted olives

1/4 cup jarred roasted red peppers, sliced

1 tablespoon capers

1/4 cup red wine vinegar

3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

4 leaves fresh basil, torn

Preparation

In large bowl, combine all ingredients except basil and gently toss. Season to taste. Transfer to serving bowl and top with basil leaves. Serves 4.

Mari Loewen is a food writer, home cook, creative strategist, and culinary consultant based in Toronto, Canada.

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