How to Make Acquasale e Pomodoro con Cipolla Rossa.

stale bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: day-old bread

Whole grain bread adds more fiber.

extra virgin olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: regular olive oil

Avocado oil has a similar flavor profile.

red wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers a different flavor but is healthier.

fresh basil

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley is more readily available and adds freshness.

Take day-old bread and dip it in water to soften it.

Tear the softened bread into bite-sized pieces and place it in a bowl.

Slice ripe tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the bread.

Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the mixture.

Sprinkle a little salt over the mixture, being careful not to add too much.

Add fresh basil leaves to the salad for flavor and presentation.

Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the salad for richness.

Finish with a splash of red wine for added flavor.

Serve the salad immediately.

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