Delightful Autumn Panzanella Salad
Delight in the flavors of fall with this Delightful Autumn Panzanella Salad. This vibrant dish combines crunchy, toasted bread with sweet heirloom tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and aromatic basil, all drizzled with a tangy balsamic dressing. Perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners, this salad captures the essence of autumn and brings warmth to your table. Enjoy each bite as you celebrate the season’s bounty.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups crusty bread (stale baguette or ciabatta), cubed
- 2 cups heirloom tomatoes, chopped
- 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread cubed bread on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, and bake for 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and red onion.
- Whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl for the dressing.
- Once the bread is slightly cooled, add it to the vegetable mixture and pour the dressing over everything. Toss gently to combine.
- Add torn basil leaves and toss again lightly.
- Serve immediately or let sit for 30 minutes for flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg