Best 13 Grilled Tomato Onion And Bread Salad Recipes

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Grilled tomato onion and bread salad is an easy and fantastic summer side dish that can be prepared in just a few minutes. It is an interesting play of flavors and textures. The grilled tomatoes and onions, along with the toasted bread, add a smoky, charred flavor to the salad, contrasting the freshness of the herbs and the tanginess of the dressing. This salad also offers a visually appealing presentation. The vibrant colors of the tomatoes and onions, along with the green herbs and the golden-brown bread, make it a delightful dish to serve to your friends and family.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED TOMATO, ONION, AND BREAD SALAD



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This fabulous salad made with summer vegetables is great paired with any grilled meat. My family has been making this for years.

Provided by lstevenson

Categories     Side Dish

Time 43m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 red onions, sliced 1/2 inch thick
8 plum (Roma) tomatoes, cored
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
4 cups cubed Italian bread
2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves
salt and pepper to taste
1 cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, and cut into 1/2 inch slices
½ cup shredded fresh basil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat.
  • Brush the onion slices and tomatoes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and set aside. Drizzle another 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the cubed bread in a large bowl. Sprinkle with thyme, salt, and pepper; toss well. Skewer the bread cubes with metal skewers.
  • Grill bread on preheated grill until golden brown on all sides, about 3 minutes. Grill onions and tomatoes until soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Chop the roasted onions and tomatoes into large pieces, and place into a large bowl along with the toasted bread, cucumber, and basil. Whisk the vinegar together with the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil to make a dressing. Pour over the salad, and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.6 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Fat 11 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 127 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

GRILLED BREAD WITH TOMATO-GINGER SALAD



Grilled Bread With Tomato-Ginger Salad image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
1 small red onion, sliced
1 1 1/2-inch piece ginger, peeled and grated
Pinch of cayenne pepper
Juice of 1/2 lime
1 1/4 pounds (about 5 medium) tomatoes, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
4 to 6 pieces naan bread or pita
Kosher salt
Plain Greek yogurt, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the red onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and let cool slightly, then roughly chop.
  • Mix the ginger, cayenne and lime juice in a medium bowl, then stir in the onion, tomatoes and cilantro. Let sit at least 20 minutes at room temperature.
  • Preheat a grill to medium high. Brush the bread with olive oil and season with salt. Grill until warmed through and lightly charred, about 2 minutes per side; brush with more olive oil. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt to the tomato salad and toss. Spread the bread with yogurt and top with the tomato salad.

GRILLED ONION AND TOMATO SALAD



Grilled Onion and Tomato Salad image

Provided by Food Network

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 red onion, sliced into 1/2 inch circles
1 lb. large ripe tomatoes of your choosing, colorful or one color, cut in half
3 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1/2 Tbsp. Mrs. Dash® Original Blend
4 Tbsp. fresh basil, cut into slivers
3 Tbsp. low sodium Parmesan, shredded

Steps:

  • 1. Brush the onion slices and the tomatoes with olive oil.
  • 2. Grill on both sides over medium heat until marked and lightly cooked.
  • 3. Sprinkle with Mrs. Dash® Original Blend.
  • 4. To serve, transfer to small plates. Sprinkle with Parmesan and basil.

GRILLED BREAD SALAD



Grilled Bread Salad image

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     appetizer, side dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 small baguette (about 8 ounces) or other crusty bread
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons diced shallot, scallion or red onion
1/4 teaspoon minced garlic (optional)
1 1/2 pounds tomatoes, chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/4 cup or more roughly chopped basil or parsley

Steps:

  • Start gas or charcoal grill, or preheat broiler; rack should be 4 to 6 inches from heat source. Cut bread lengthwise into quarters. Grill or broil the bread, watching carefully and turning as each side browns and chars slightly; total time will be less than 10 minutes. Remove, and set aside.
  • While bread cools, mix together next five ingredients in a large bowl. Mash tomatoes with back of a fork to release all of their juices. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cut bread into 1/2- to 1-inch cubes (no larger), and toss them with the dressing.
  • Let bread sit for 20 to 30 minutes, tossing occasionally and tasting a piece every now and then. The salad is at its peak when the bread is fairly soft but some edges remain crisp, but you can serve it before or after it reaches that state. When it's ready, stir in basil or parsley, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 206, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 407 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BREAD AND TOMATO SALAD



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While "bread salad" may sound unusual, you'll find that this blend from Joan Gwynn of Watsonville, California is unusually good. A simple dressing jazzes up a medley of bread cubes, tomatoes, basil and red onion.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 cups cubed Italian or French bread
3 cups chopped tomatoes
1 cup minced fresh basil
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons cider or red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 garlic clove, minced

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the bread, tomatoes, basil and onion. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining ingredients; drizzle over bread mixture. Cover and let stand for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 343mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

TOMATO AND GRILLED-BREAD SALAD



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This Tuscan salad is a wonderful way to use up day-old bread: Use coarse-textured, good-quality bread. You can improvise by adding olives, anchovies, or canned tuna.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 pound country bread, cut into 3/4-inch-thick slices
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
3 large beefsteak tomatoes, cut into 3/4-inch dice (about 4 cups)
1 cucumber, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch dice (about 2 cups)
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh basil, torn into bite-size pieces
1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat grill to medium. Brush bread slices on both sides with 2 tablespoons oil. Grill until lightly charred on both sides, 3 to 4 minutes. Let cool slightly, then cut into large cubes.
  • In a large bowl, toss bread cubes with tomatoes, cucumber, and basil. Drizzle with vinegar and remaining 1/4 cup oil, and season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 g, Fat 23 g, Protein 7 g

GRILLED BREAD AND TOMATO SALAD



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Provided by Fred Thompson

Categories     Tomato     Vegetable     Side     Fourth of July     Picnic     Super Bowl     Vegetarian     Graduation     Father's Day     Backyard BBQ     Dinner     Lunch     Summer     Tailgating     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Party     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
8 ounces day-old Italian bread, cut into 3/4-inch-thick slices
6 dead-ripe meaty tomatoes, cored, seeded, and cut into quarters
1/4 cup minced red onion
1/3 cup fruity extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
7 or 8 grindings black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Place a small saucepan over medium heat and add the butter. When it's about half melted, throw in the garlic and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, allowing the garlic to take on a little bit of color. Remove from the heat and brush this mixture on both sides of each slice of bread.
  • 2. Oil the grill racks. Preheat your grill using all burners set on high and with the lid closed for 10 to 12 minutes.
  • 3. Place the bread on the grill, close the lid, and cook, turning once, until well marked. Careful here; depending on the moisture content of the bread, this could happen as quickly as 2 minutes (or about 1 minute on each side), but it usually takes about 4 minutes. Place the tomatoes on the grill, close the lid, and cook for a few minutes per side.
  • 4. Remove the bread to a cutting board, cut into 3/4-inch cubes, and place in a large mixing bowl. Add the tomatoes, onion, olive oil, vinegar, herbs, salt, and pepper. Toss gently with your hands to combine. Taste and adjust the seasonings if you desire. Serve at room temperature.

GRILLED CHICKEN WITH TOMATO AND BREAD SALAD



Grilled Chicken with Tomato and Bread Salad image

Categories     Bread     Salad     Chicken     Olive     Tomato     Backyard BBQ     Summer     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Gourmet

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

For Salad
1/2 pound crusty peasant-style bread, torn into bite-size pieces (about 6 cups)
3 large vine-ripened tomatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds), cut into 3/4-inch pieces
3/4 cup finely chopped inner (very pale green) celery ribs and leaves
1/3 cup small brine-cured black olives such as Gaeta or Niçoise, halved and pitted
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 tablespoons drained capers
2 to 3 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced and mashed to a paste with 1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
For Chicken
3 whole skinless boneless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds total), halved
vegetable oil for brushing chicken
1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn into pieces
Garnish: whole celery leaves

Steps:

  • Make Salad:
  • Preheat broiler.
  • On a large baking sheet spread bread in one layer and toast under broiler about 4 inches from heat until pale golden, about 3 minutes on each side. Cool bread. Bread may be toasted 2 days ahead and kept in a sealable bag at room temperature.
  • In a bowl toss together bread, tomatoes, chopped celery, olives, onion, and capers. In a blender or small food processor blend together vinegar, garlic paste, olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste until smooth and drizzle over salad. Toss salad well and let stand at room temperature while grilling chicken.
  • Grill Chicken:
  • Prepare grill.
  • Brush chicken with vegetable oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill chicken on a rack set 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals 4 to 5 minutes on each side, or until just cooked through. (Alternatively, chicken may be grilled in 2 batches in a hot well-seasoned ridged grill pan over moderately high heat.) Transfer chicken to a cutting board and cool.
  • Stir basil into salad. Slice chicken on the diagonal and serve with salad. Garnish each serving with whole celery leaves.

GRILLED TOMATO, ONION, AND BREAD SALAD



Grilled Tomato, Onion, and Bread Salad image

This fabulous salad made with summer vegetables is great paired with any grilled meat. My family has been making this for years.

Provided by lstevenson

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 43m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 red onions, sliced 1/2 inch thick
8 plum (Roma) tomatoes, cored
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
4 cups cubed Italian bread
2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves
salt and pepper to taste
1 cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, and cut into 1/2 inch slices
½ cup shredded fresh basil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat.
  • Brush the onion slices and tomatoes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and set aside. Drizzle another 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the cubed bread in a large bowl. Sprinkle with thyme, salt, and pepper; toss well. Skewer the bread cubes with metal skewers.
  • Grill bread on preheated grill until golden brown on all sides, about 3 minutes. Grill onions and tomatoes until soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Chop the roasted onions and tomatoes into large pieces, and place into a large bowl along with the toasted bread, cucumber, and basil. Whisk the vinegar together with the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil to make a dressing. Pour over the salad, and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.6 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Fat 11 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 127 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

GRILLED MARINATED CHICKEN WITH TOMATO-BREAD SALAD (PANZANELLA)



Grilled Marinated Chicken with Tomato-Bread Salad (Panzanella) image

Copied from the June 2, 2003 issue of NY Magazine ("Italian Summer Pleasures from Antipasto to Gelato"). This recipe is from chef Tom Valenti from "Cesca" restaurant, opening in late June of 2003. Note: Prep/Cook time does not include the 2 to 3 hour marinating time for the chicken.

Provided by Dee514

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup red wine vinegar
2 cups extra virgin olive oil
1 shallot, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/3 cup grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 (3 lb) chicken, quartered
4 large beefsteak tomatoes
salt & freshly ground black pepper
sugar
1 red onion, halved and thinly sliced
5 ounces bocconcini, halved (or cubed mozzarella)
1 cup loosely packed basil leaves, chopped,torn or shredded
2 cups cubed toasted peasant bread
1/2 cup red wine vinaigrette

Steps:

  • Vinaigrette: Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl, and season with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
  • Chicken: Set aside 1/2 cup of the vinaigrette.
  • Put the chicken pieces in a bowl, and add enough of the remaining vinaigrette to cover, or place the chicken in a plastic bag with the vinaigrette.
  • Allow to marinate for 2 to 3 hours in refrigerator; bring to room temperature before grilling over medium coals.
  • Sear on all sides, then move to a cooler spot on the grill to avoid flare-ups.
  • Tomato-Bread Salad (Panzanella): Cut the tomatoes into 1-inch chunks, and season with salt, pepper and a pinch of sugar.
  • Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes, then add the onions and bocconcini, basil and cubed bread to a bowl.
  • Add 1/3 cup vinaigrette, toss together, and allow salad to sit for 20 minutes, adding more vinaigrette if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2035.4, Fat 180.7, SaturatedFat 38.7, Cholesterol 343.3, Sodium 638.9, Carbohydrate 13.3, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 6.4, Protein 90

MEDITERRANEAN TUNA SALAD ON GRILLED TOMATO HERB BREAD



Mediterranean Tuna Salad on Grilled Tomato Herb Bread image

A very tasty dish, the flavor of the tuna salad with the marinated green beans is one you just cant miss. Chilling in the refrigerator overnight is best but could be ready to serve in one to two hours.

Provided by lauralie41

Categories     Tuna

Time 2h45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 cup fresh tomato, finely chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3 large garlic cloves, or to taste, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon dried basil leaves
2 (6 ounce) cans solid white tuna packed in water
1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
1/2 cup fresh basil, finely chopped or to taste
1/2 lb fresh green beans, steamed
1 red bell pepper, medium, seeded, sliced thinly
8 cherry tomatoes
1/2 tablespoon fresh oregano, finely chopped
2 1/2 tablespoons white vinegar or 2 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon green onion, finely chopped
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
4 slices bread, tomato herb or your choice
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated (optional)

Steps:

  • In medium mixing bowl combine diced tomato, 1 tablespoon oil, lemon juice, mustard, 2 large cloves of garlic finely chopped, and dried basil. Mix well and let stand for five minutes. Add tuna, celery, and fresh basil to tomato mixture and combine well. Cover and refrigerate for one to two hours or overnight. Stir before serving.
  • In another medium bowl, add remaining fresh basil, fresh oregano, and vinegar. Mix well and let stand for 10 minutes. Add onion and remaining garlic. Set aside.
  • Rinse fresh green beans well and snap ends off. Drop beans into medium pot of boiling water just until they begin to get tender. Drain green beans. Add drained beans, red pepper strips and cherry tomatoes to herb vinegar mixture. Mix well and refrigerate for one hour.
  • When ready to serve, drizzle olive oil on bread slices, grill lightly, and than arrange of large platter. Stir tuna salad and mound on top of grilled bread slices. Add remaining olive oil, salt and pepper to green bean mixture. Combine well and spoon green bean mixture around grilled bread slices with tuna. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 468.1, Fat 30.9, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 35.7, Sodium 504.3, Carbohydrate 23.6, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 6.7, Protein 24.6

TOMATO-AND-ONION SALAD



Tomato-and-Onion Salad image

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     easy, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 40m

Yield Twenty servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

10 large ripe tomatoes, thinly sliced
2 medium red onions, peeled and very thinly sliced
4 teaspoons cumin seeds
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • On a large platter, alternate the tomato and onion slices in slightly overlapping layers. Place the cumin seeds in a small skillet over medium heat and toast until fragrant, shaking the pan frequently to prevent burning. Coarsely chop the seeds and combine with the remaining ingredients. Spoon over the tomatoes and onions. Let stand at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 33, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 193 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

TOMATO ONION SALAD



Tomato Onion Salad image

"I worked as a summer cook at a Wyoming ranch for more than 20 years, and I made this marinated salad often," writes Nell Cruse of Ontario, Oregon. "It was obviously a favorite because there were never any leftovers."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 large tomatoes, sliced
2 medium sweet onions, thinly sliced and separate into rings
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon finely chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Layer tomatoes and onions in a shallow serving dish. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the remaining ingredients; shake well. Drizzle over salad. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 90g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 406mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes. This will ensure that your salad is packed with flavor.
  • Use a variety of colors of tomatoes. This will add visual appeal to your salad.
  • Roast the tomatoes before adding them to the salad. This will enhance their flavor and give them a slightly smoky taste.
  • Use a good quality olive oil. This will help to bring out the flavors of the tomatoes and onions.
  • Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as basil, oregano, or garlic powder.
  • Serve the salad immediately. This is when it is at its best.

    Conclusion:

    Grilled Tomato, Onion, and Bread Salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It is packed with flavor and is a great way to use up fresh tomatoes and onions. Whether you are looking for a light lunch or a side dish for your next barbecue, this salad is sure to be a hit.

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