How to Make Focaccia Panzanella - A Step-by-Step Guide

Focaccia Panzanella is a traditional Italian dish that combines two beloved classics: focaccia bread and Panzanella salad. This recipe takes the best of both worlds and marries them together in a delicious and satisfying dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a light and refreshing lunch or a side dish for a summertime barbecue, Focaccia Panzanella is sure to be a hit.

Focaccia, a flat oven-baked Italian bread, is known for its soft and chewy texture, and...

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Ingredients

  • 5 cups cubed focaccia bread
  • 1 clove garlic, crushed
  • ½ teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 anchovy fillet (Optional)
  • ⅓ cup red wine vinegar, or more to taste
  • ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil, or to taste
  • 3 vine-ripened tomatoes, cut into 1- to 2-inch pieces, or more to taste
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • ⅔ cup sliced fresh mozzarella cheese (Optional)
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
  • ½ cup fresh basil leaves, torn into small pieces

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Rest Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  • Place bread cubes on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Toast bread in the preheated oven until browned and fully crisp, about 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool down to room temperature.
  • Mash garlic, sugar, and anchovy into a coarse paste using the back of a fork. Add vinegar and oil; whisk until combined.
  • Toss vine-ripened tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, salt, and pepper into the dressing with a spatula. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  • Add mozzarella and red onion to the tomato mixture and toss with a spatula to combine. Add bread cubes and mix until saturated as desired. Mix in basil.
  • Taste for seasoning before serving. Enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    314 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Sodium: 231mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Potassium: 480mg