Panzanella Salad recipe by Pasquale Sciarappa

stale bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: day-old bread

Whole grain bread adds fiber while day-old bread is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers a similar flavor with health benefits, while vegetable oil is cost-effective.

Preheat the oven.

Brush the bread with olive oil and garlic.

Place the bread in the oven to toast.

Chop the cucumber into quarters and halves.

Chop the tomatoes into quarters and halves.

Tear the basil with fingers into smaller pieces.

Add salt and black pepper to the chopped vegetables.

Add vinegar and olive oil to the mixture.

Toss everything together well.

Cooking Techniques

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