Classic Panzanella Salad (Tuscan-Style Tomato And Bread Salad)

Name: Classic Panzanella Salad (Tuscan-Style Tomato And Bread Salad)
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 2 1/2 pounds (1.1kg) mixed ripe tomatoes, cut into bite-size pieces; 2 teaspoons (8g) Diamond Crystal kosher salt, plus more for seasoning (use half as much if using table salt); 3/4 pound (340g) ciabatta or rustic sourdough bread, cut into 1 1/2–inch cubes (about 6 cups bread cubes); 10 tablespoons (150ml) extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 1 small shallot, minced (about 2 tablespoons); 2 medium cloves garlic, minced (about 2 teaspoons); 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar or red wine vinegar; Freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup (1/2 ounce) packed basil leaves, roughly chopped

Prep 30m

Cook 15m

Total 45m

This Classic Panzanella Salad is a Tuscan-style tomato and bread salad bursting with juicy, ripe tomatoes, crunchy bread cubes, and fresh basil. Tossed in a tangy vinaigrette, this summer dish is a perfect balance of flavors and textures.