ITALIAN BREAD SALAD WITH OLIVES

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This quick and flavorful bread salad always gets rave reviews from my friends and family. This panzanella-style dish is a timesaver during the holidays, as it can be made ahead. Just keep the bread cubes separate and add them right before serving. -Angela Spengler, Niceville, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 loaf (14 ounces) ciabatta bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 10 cups)
3/4 cup olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 large tomatoes, chopped
1/4 cup sliced olives
1/3 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place bread cubes in a large bowl. In another bowl, mix oil, garlic and pepper; drizzle 3 tablespoons over bread and toss to coat. Reserve remaining oil mixture. Spread in a single layer on two 15x10x1-in. baking pans., Bake until crisp and light brown, 12-18 minutes, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, whisk vinegar and salt into reserved oil mixture. Add tomatoes, olives and herbs; toss to coat., Cool bread cubes slightly. Add to tomato mixture; toss to combine. Sprinkle with cheese; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Fat 21g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 345mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Sinalo Mabhaku
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I would never eat this salad again.


Phuntsho Wangdi
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This salad is disgusting!


HAZZ CHANNEL
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I don't like this salad.


Joshua Denton
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This salad is too bland. It needs more seasoning.


Md.hossain Khan
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I'm not a fan of the bread in this salad. I think it's too chewy.


MILLER PRINCE
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This salad is too dry. I think it needs more dressing.


Dinesh Parajuli
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I'm allergic to olives. Can I leave them out of the salad?


Sawar Ajam
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I'm not sure about this salad. I've never had bread salad before.


Lyce Trip
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This salad looks delicious!


Content Entertainment C.E.
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I can't wait to try this salad!


Md Suhag
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover bread.


ZishanAlvy Bayezid
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I'm going to try making this salad with different types of bread.


Afrul Ahmed
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This salad is so easy to make, even a beginner cook can do it.


Milliard Aklilu
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I love the addition of olives to this salad.


Camando Foji
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck.


Asif Asid
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I'm not usually a fan of bread salads, but this one is an exception. It's so fresh and flavorful.


Ali ahad
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I love how versatile this salad is. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste.


Shakeerat Zubair
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I've made this salad a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Bridget Tanatswa Samupambadze
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This Italian bread salad was a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.