Panzanella Salad
Panzanella Salad
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Feeds” 3-4 people
1 day old ciabatta bun
3-4 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
2 large vine-ripened tomatoes
2 balls of fresh mozzarella
¼ red onion
½ cup your favorite olives
4-5 leaves fresh basil
¼ cup balsamic vinaigrette
Salt and pepper to taste
Chop the bread into large chunks or cubes
Heat a pan to medium heat
Place the olive oil in the pan, followed by the bread, tossing on medium heat to lightly toast, 3-4 minutes
Chop the tomatoes into large wedges
Tear the mozzarella into smaller pieces
Cut the red onion into rings
Pit the olives
Tear the basil into pieces
Place the ingredients in a bowl and drizzle with vinaigrette, season and stir to combine
Place on a platter to serve
Enjoy!