Lunch: Classic Italian Panzanella Salad

This classic bread and tomato salad pairs well with any roasted meat or poultry entrée. Double the recipe and it can also make a great side dish at your holiday feast this year!

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Basil

Health benefits of Classic Italian Panzanella Salad

Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

2 medium tomatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes (or 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved)
1/2 tsp fine sea salt
2 cups good quality Italian bread, such as multigrain Ciabatta
1 cup cucumber, quartered lengthwise and thinly sliced (about 1/2 an English cucumber)
2 stalks celery, sliced 1/2-inch thick
1 small red onion, cut in half and thinly sliced
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn into strips
1 cup flat Italian parsley leaves, roughly chopped

Instructions

Place tomatoes in large salad bowl and sprinkle with salt. Let stand 5 minutes.
Break up bread and add to tomatoes. Add remaining salad ingredients and mix well.
Dietitian Tip: Look for a bread that has whole grain wheat flour listed first on the ingredient list.

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