Best 4 Tomato And Grilled Bread Salad Recipes

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If you're looking for a flavorful and refreshing salad to enjoy during the warm summer months, look no further than tomato and grilled bread salad. This simple yet satisfying dish combines the sweetness of ripe tomatoes with the smoky flavor of grilled bread, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures. It's a great way to showcase the bounty of the summer harvest and can be easily customized to your own liking. From choosing the right tomatoes to selecting the perfect bread and adding a variety of herbs and spices, this guide will help you create a tomato and grilled bread salad that will delight your taste buds and become a staple in your summer menu.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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 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.

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 CHICKEN WITH TOMATO AND BREAD SALAD



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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.

Tips:

  • Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes. This is essential for a great tomato salad. Look for tomatoes that are deep red and have a slightly sweet smell.
  • Choose a good quality bread for grilling. A rustic bread with a slightly chewy texture works well.
  • Grilled bread should be cooked until it is slightly charred and crispy. This will give the salad a smoky flavor.
  • Add fresh herbs to the salad for extra flavor. Basil, oregano, and thyme are all good choices.
  • Use a good quality olive oil for dressing the salad. This will help to bring out the flavors of the tomatoes and grilled bread.

Conclusion:

This tomato and grilled bread salad is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for summer. The combination of sweet tomatoes, smoky grilled bread, and fresh herbs is irresistible. This salad is also very easy to make, so it's a great option for busy weeknights. Serve it as a side dish or main course, and enjoy!

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