CALABRIA - Panzanella
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Panzanella Calabrese
Total Time: 10 minutes (plus resting time)
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 0.88 lb rustic bread, crusts removed
- 4 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 15 fresh basil leaves, torn by hand
- Viaggio extra virgin olive oil, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- Oregano, to taste
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar (plus more to taste)
Instructions
- Cut the crustless bread into slices and lightly moisten them with a mixture of water and 1 tablespoon of white wine vinegar. Do not over-soak—just enough to soften. Once soft, gently squeeze out excess liquid and tear the bread into chunks.
- In a large bowl, combine the softened bread with diced tomatoes and torn basil leaves. Mix gently with a spoon.
- Drizzle with Viaggio extra virgin olive oil, and season with salt and oregano. Toss well to combine. Taste and add more vinegar if desired.
- Refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld. Remove from the fridge about 15 minutes before serving to bring it back to room temperature.
A fresh, rustic Southern Italian salad that’s quick to make and perfect for warm weather.
BUON APPETITO!
