TOMATO AND GARLIC CROUTON SALAD

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Recipe courtesy Brian Boitano 2009--Show: What Would Brian Boitano Make?Episode: Handyman Special. Brian was a skating Olymipic champion who loves to cook and now has his own show. He served this to get into a supper club. What a hoot to watch Brian make his dishes. This one caught my eye!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons olive oil, plus
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/2 loaf ciabatta, cut into small cubes (or any rustic artisan bread)
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
4 cups red grape tomatoes, sliced in half (or use yellow and pear or roma)
1 cup sliced kalamata olive
8 ounces perlini mozzarella cheese (small mozzarella balls)
8 basil leaves, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a small skillet over medium-low heat, add 3 tablespoons olive oil, the butter, garlic, red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper, to taste. Cook to infuse the butter and oil with the garlic, about 4 minutes.
  • Add the cubed bread to a large bowl, pour the butter and garlic mixture over the bread and toss to coat. Transfer to a sheet tray and bake until crisp, about 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool.
  • In a small bowl whisk together the remaining olive oil and red wine vinegar and set aside.
  • In a large serving bowl, combine the tomatoes, olives, mozzarella, croutons, basil, and the oil and vinegar mixture. Gently toss to coat all the tomatoes and croutons. Let the salad sit for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352, Fat 32.6, SaturatedFat 11.2, Cholesterol 45.2, Sodium 459.1, Carbohydrate 6.8, Fiber 2, Sugar 3, Protein 9.7

Traci Hamp
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes, and this one is definitely a winner. It's simple to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Rachelle Ashley
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet tomatoes and crunchy croutons.


Robert Torres
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I'm not a big fan of tomatoes, but I loved this salad. The dressing is amazing and the croutons add a nice crunch.


MD NAZMUL MD
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes. I also like to add some fresh mozzarella cheese for extra flavor.


Paper Bags
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The dressing is especially good.


Velvet McKenzie
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This salad is so delicious and refreshing. The tomatoes are sweet and juicy, the croutons are crispy, and the dressing is tangy and flavorful. I love that it's so easy to make, too.


Princess Prescious
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes, and this one is definitely a winner. It's simple to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


EDOARDO DI PIRRO
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet tomatoes and crunchy croutons.


jodi declue
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I'm not a big fan of tomatoes, but I loved this salad. The dressing is amazing and the croutons add a nice crunch.


Adriatik Zabzuni
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes. I also like to add some fresh mozzarella cheese for extra flavor.


Blessing Omara
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The dressing is especially good.


Nyameka Manya
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This salad is so delicious and refreshing. The tomatoes are sweet and juicy, the croutons are crispy, and the dressing is tangy and flavorful. I love that it's so easy to make, too.


Billal Biswas
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes, and this one is definitely a winner. It's simple to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Idowu Afolorunso
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet tomatoes and crunchy croutons.


Heart Made
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect. It's light and refreshing, and the dressing is tangy and flavorful.


Karan Nepali
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes. I also like to add some fresh basil or oregano for extra flavor.


Kehinde Uju
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I'm not usually a fan of tomato salads, but this one is amazing. The dressing is perfectly balanced and the croutons add a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Precious Girl
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love how versatile it is - you can add different vegetables, cheeses, or proteins to change it up.


Onel kids park
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of sweet tomatoes, crunchy croutons, and flavorful dressing. It's definitely a keeper.


Megan D
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This salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The juicy tomatoes, crispy croutons, and tangy dressing come together perfectly. I especially love the addition of garlic, which adds a subtle savory note.


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