Delicious and Healthy Charred Vegetable Panzanella

This recipe will guide you on how to make a flavorful charred vegetable panzanella using olive oil bread. The dish is a perfect blend of charred vegetables, crispy bread, and tangy vinaigrette, making it a refreshing and healthy option for any occasion. The prep time for this recipe is minimal, and the result is a dish that not only looks stunning but also tastes fantastic. Enjoy this burst of flavors that will leave you wanting more.

Ingredients

• 4 thick slices of olive oil bread
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 red bell pepper, deseeded and sliced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, deseeded and sliced
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 zucchini, sliced
• 1 yellow squash, sliced
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
2. Brush both sides of the olive oil bread slices with olive oil. Place them on the grill and cook until lightly charred on both sides. Remove from heat and set aside.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, red and yellow bell peppers, red onion, zucchini, yellow squash, and basil leaves.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
5. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the vegetables and toss to coat evenly.
6. Place the charred bread slices on a cutting board and cut them into bite-sized pieces.
7. Add the bread pieces to the bowl with the vegetables and gently toss to combine.
8. Allow the panzanella to sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
9. Serve the charred vegetable panzanella as a side dish or a main course. Enjoy!

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