How to Make Italian Bread Salad with Strawberries and Tomatoes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Italian cuisine is known for its fresh and vibrant flavors, and this Italian Bread Salad with Strawberries and Tomatoes is a delightful example of the country's culinary prowess. This dish is a refreshing twist on the classic panzanella, a Tuscan bread salad that typically includes tomatoes, onions, and soaked stale bread. In this variation, strawberries are added to the mix to give the salad a sweet and juicy burst of flavor.

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Ingredients

  • 1 loaf Italian bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 pint fresh strawberries, diced
  • 3 roma (plum) tomatoes, seeded and diced
  • 2 ounces crumbled feta cheese
  • 3 tablespoons red onion, diced
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Toss bread cubes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper on a large baking sheet until evenly coated; spread mixture into a single layer.
  • Bake in preheated oven until toasted, about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer toasted bread to a large bowl and mix with strawberries, tomatoes, feta cheese, and onion. Whisk 1/4 cup olive oil, red wine vinegar, and honey in a small bowl; drizzle over bread and tomato salad. Toss to coat.
  • Nutrition

    376 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 6mg
    • Sodium: 717mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 52g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 30mg
    • Calcium: 113mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 244mg