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easy greek panzanella salad

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Cassie *
Somewhere, PA

This salad goes nicely with a grilled steak. Very tasty...

(2 ratings)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 40 Min
cook time 15 Min

Ingredients For easy greek panzanella salad

  • 4 Tbsp
    olive oil...or a little more
  • 1
    loaf french bread - cut into 1-inch cubes (approx. 6 cups)
  • kosher salt
  • 1
    red bell pepper - sliced thin
  • 1
    yellow bell pepper - sliced thin
  • 1
    cucumber - seeded, cut in 1/4-inch slices (do not peel)
  • 1 pt
    cherry tomatoes (or grape tomatoes)
  • 1/2
    red onion - sliced thin
  • 8 oz
    feta cheese - cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1/2 c
    kalamata olives - pitted
  • VINAIGRETTE
  • 2 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp
    dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp
    dijon mustard
  • 1/4 c
    red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp
    salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    black pepper - fresh ground
  • 1/2 c
    olive oil

How To Make easy greek panzanella salad

  • 1
    Heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet. Add the cubed bread, sprinkle lightly with salt, and cook over medium-low to medium heat until nicely browned (5 to 10 minutes), tossing frequently. If needed, add more oil while browning.
  • 2
    In a large bowl, combine the peppers, cucumber, tomatoes, and onion. Toss gently to combine. Combine all the vinaigrette ingredients, except for the olive oil, in a bowl and whisk together. While continuing to whisk, add the olive oil; whisk until the oil is mixing in completely. ( I do this in my food processor ).
  • 3
    Pour the vinaigrette over the vegetables. Add the cheese, olives, and bread crumbs; toss gently until everything is lightly coated with the vinaigrette. Allow the salad to set at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving, allowing flavors to blend together. Serve at room temperature.
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