Tuscan Panzanella | Easy and Delicious Summer Salad Recipe

stale bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: day-old bread

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

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is a healthier fat, while vegetable oil is often less expensive.

red wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers a different flavor profile, while white vinegar is budget-friendly.

Soak the Tuscan bread in water until softened, then squeeze out the excess. Tear the bread into bite-sized pieces.

Dice the ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, and thinly slice the red onions.

In a large bowl, combine the soaked bread, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, and fresh basil leaves.

Drizzle with white wine vinegar and a generous amount of olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper.

Toss everything together until well combined. Let the salad rest for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve and enjoy!

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