Tuscan Bread and Tomato Salad with Parmesan Cheese
Savor the vibrant flavors of Tuscany with this Tuscan Bread and Tomato Salad with Parmesan Cheese, a rustic and hearty dish that transforms simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece. This classic panzanella-style salad is a celebration of ripe tomatoes, aromatic basil, and crusty stale bread, all brought to life with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and tangy red wine vinegar. The addition of freshly shaved Parmesan cheese elevates the dish, adding a touch of savory richness that pairs perfectly with the juicy tomato juices absorbed by the bread. Quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, this no-cook recipe is perfect as a light appetizer, a side dish for grilled meats, or a refreshing summer salad. Bursting with Mediterranean flavors and simple ingredients, this recipe delivers an authentic taste of Italian countryside dining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams stale crusty bread (such as ciabatta or baguette)
- 400 grams ripe tomatoes
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 10 pieces fresh basil leaves
- 40 grams Parmesan cheese, shaved
- 1 piece garlic clove
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Cut the stale bread into bite-sized cubes. If the bread is too hard, soak it in a bowl of water for 1-2 minutes, then squeeze out the excess moisture with your hands.
Dice the ripe tomatoes into small chunks and set them aside in a large mixing bowl.
Peel the garlic clove and rub it over the surface of the bread cubes for added flavor. Discard the clove after use.
Add the bread cubes to the bowl with the diced tomatoes.
Drizzle the olive oil and red wine vinegar over the bread and tomato mixture. Mix gently to combine.
Tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and add to the salad.
Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Toss the salad gently to ensure the bread absorbs the tomato juices, olive oil, and vinegar.
Transfer the salad to a serving plate or bowl and sprinkle the shaved Parmesan cheese evenly on top.
Serve immediately as a light appetizer or side dish for a fresh taste of Tuscany.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
307 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.6 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 9 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 883 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.1 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.7 g | ||
| Protein | 8.6 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 162 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 319 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
