Description

A vibrant and rustic Tuscan salad made with stale bread, juicy tomatoes, cucumbers, and fresh basil, perfect for summer meals and reducing food waste.

Ingredients

4 cups stale rustic bread, torn into bite-sized pieces

4 ripe tomatoes, chopped

1 cucumber, seeded and chopped

1 red onion, thinly sliced

1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn

1/4 cup red wine vinegar

1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

Salt and black pepper to taste

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Instructions

Place the torn bread in a large bowl.
Add the chopped tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and basil to the bowl with the bread.
In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the bread and vegetable mixture.
Gently toss to coat everything evenly.
Let the salad sit for at least 30 minutes to allow the bread to soak up the dressing and flavors.
Serve at room temperature.

Notes

Use day-old rustic bread for best texture.
Let the salad rest before serving to enhance flavor.
Optional add-ins: mozzarella, feta, grilled chicken, tuna, olives, or capers.
Can be made a few hours in advance but best consumed the same day.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 1 day.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 0mg