Panzanella Salad

By AnneS

Ingredients

• 1 stale baguette, cut into bite-sized cubes
• 1/3 cup plus 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 clove garlic
• 3 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 3 Tablespoons drained capers, chopped
• 1 1/2 pounds tomatoes, cut into 1" pieces
• 1 small red onion
• 1 pound fresh mozzarella, cut into 1" chunks
• 1/2 cup chopped basil

Details

Adapted from bartime.co.uk

Preparation

Step 1

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
2. Toss bread cubes with 2 Tablespoons oil, 1/4 teaspoons salt and pepper and place on a large sheet pan. Spread into one layer. Bake, stirring once, for 12-15 minutes or until golden.
3. Mince garlic and 1/2 teaspoon salt into a paste. Transfer to a large bowl and whisk in vinegar, capers and 1/3 cup oil.
4. Add croutons, tomatoes, onion, mozzarella, and basil; toss. Let sit 30 minutes before serving.