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Italian Bread Salad (Panzanella)

Stephanie Gallagher
Panzanella is an Italian bread salad, typically made with fresh basil and chopped tomatoes. In this version of panzanella, marinated artichokes, black olives and sun-dried tomatoes are added for extra flavor and texture.

Ingredients:

  • 6 cups Italian bread cubes
  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 tsp. dried Italian seasoning
  • 2 large tomatoes, diced
  • 4 oz. marinated artichokes, undrained
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives
  • 2-3 sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped (optional)
  • .
  • For Dressing:
  • 3 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 tsp. kosher salt
  • 1 tsp. freshly-ground black pepper
  • 1 Tbsp. honey

Preparation:

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

  2. Toss bread cubes, olive oil and Italian seasoning. Spread out in an even layer on a sturdy baking sheet. Bake 8-12 minutes until light golden brown.

  3. Toss bread cubes with tomatoes, marinated artichokes, fresh basil, black olives and sun-dried tomatoes (if using).

  4. Whisk together dressing ingredients. Pour over bread salad.

  5. Allow the panzanella to sit at room temperature for about a half hour before serving, so that the flavors can meld.

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