Tomato-Basil Panzanella

Ingredients

• 1 loaf of Italian bread, cut into cubes
• 2 large tomatoes, diced
• 1/2 cup of fresh basil, chopped
• 1/4 cup of red onion, chopped
• 1/4 cup of olive oil
• 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon of sugar
• 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2. Spread the bread cubes on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown.
3. In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, basil, and onion.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, sugar, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt.
5. Pour the dressing over the tomato mixture and toss to combine.
6. Add the toasted bread cubes and toss again.
7. Serve immediately.

Interesting Facts

• Panzanella is an Italian salad traditionally made with stale bread and tomatoes.
• This dish is commonly served in the summer months when tomatoes are in season.
• The salad is named after the Italian word for bread, pane.