Tuscan Tomato And Bread Salad
Tuscan Tomato and Bread Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that makes use of simple, fresh ingredients. This traditional Tuscan recipe is perfect for a light and satisfying meal, especially during the hot summer months.
Ingredients
- 4 ripe tomatoes, cut into chunks
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cucumber, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 4 cups stale bread, torn into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, and basil.
- Add the stale bread to the bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 0 minutes
- Total time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking method
- No cooking required
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Protein
- 8g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Large bowl Small bowl Whisk
Tools
Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the Tuscan Tomato and Bread Salad as a side dish with grilled meats or as a light lunch on its own.
Tips & tricks
For best results, use stale bread to ensure it can soak up the flavors of the salad without becoming soggy.
Cost
$10