Simple Summer Tuscan Salad! 1. Heat the oil in a pan. Add the bread and salt; cook over low to medium heat, tossing frequently until nicely browned. You may need to add more oil. In a large bowl mix in bread, cheese and all the vegetables. 2. Mix the vinaigrette ingredients in a small bowl and then pour over bread and veggies mix. Add salt and pepper as needed.
Recipe by Mari Tuten 3 Tbsp olive oil 1 Wheat French bread cut into cubes 1 teaspoon salt 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved - salted 1 cucumber, unpeeled, sliced 1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into cubes 1 green & 1 yellow bell pepper, diced 1/2 red onion, cut in half and thinly sliced 20 large basil leaves, coarsely chopped 1/4 cup carrots, chopped 1/2 cup Gouda, cubed black pepper to taste
4 Tbsp olive oil 3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar 1 Tbsp garlic paste
Note: Make sure bread is toasted otherwise you will end up with soggy bread. Remember to salt your tomatoes before mixing in.