For the best flavor, use day-old bread that's slightly stale but not rock hard. A crusty Italian or sourdough loaf works well. Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the bread; work in batches to ensure even browning and crispiness. Taste and adjust the dressing as needed. The balance of acidity, sweetness, and salt is key to a delicious Panzanella.
Chef John's Panzanella
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME55 mins
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SERVING2 People
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VIEWS235
This vibrant Panzanella salad elevates rustic Italian flavors. Crispy, golden bread forms the heart, soaking up a tangy, bright dressing of summer's freshest tomatoes and fragrant basil.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate68 g
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Cholesterol9 mg
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Fiber4 g
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Protein18 g
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Saturated Fat8 g
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Sodium927 mg
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Sugar3 g
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Fat46 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View In a large skillet over medium heat, add bread and drizzle with 1/4 cup olive oil, adding more as needed. Cook and stir until golden and crispy on the outside (7-12 minutes).
02 Step
Recipe View Sprinkle Parmigiano-Reggiano over bread cubes; cook and stir until cheese is melted and bread is crispy on the outside but still chewy on the inside (3-4 minutes). Let cool completely (10-15 minutes).
03 Step
Recipe View In a bowl, mix tomatoes, red wine vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, sugar, salt, and pepper until well combined. Cover and let sit at room temperature until flavors meld (about 20 minutes).
04 Step
Recipe View Toss basil into tomato mixture, then stir in bread cubes. Let sit at room temperature for a few minutes (3-4 minutes); if liquid is absorbed, add more vinegar and olive oil to taste. Season with salt and pepper.
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Name Braun
May 17, 2025Absolutely delicious! The crispy bread was the perfect contrast to the juicy tomatoes.
Juliet Watsica
Apr 9, 2025The key is really getting the bread crispy. I almost burned mine but it was worth it!
Jaycee Ondricka
Mar 19, 2025My family loved it! Even my picky eaters asked for seconds.
Paxton Jacobson
May 19, 2024Easy to follow recipe and the results are amazing!
Silas Conn
Mar 11, 2024I added some grilled zucchini and it was a great addition!
Augusta Quigley
Mar 11, 2024The dressing is so flavorful, and the bread soaks it up perfectly. This is my new favorite summer salad!
Asha Fay
Sep 10, 2023I used gluten-free bread and it worked great!