TOMATO-CORNBREAD SALAD WITH AVOCADO AND CILANTRO

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This tomato-cornbread salad -- a riff on panzella, the Italian peasant classic designed to revive stale bread -- relies on ripe, juicy tomatoes to moisten and flavor the dry bread. After salting the tomatoes, give them a little time to release their juices.

Provided by USA WEEKEND Pam Anderson

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 cups 1/2-inch cubed cornbread made from an 8.5-ounce box mix
1 ½ pounds tomatoes, stemmed and cut into medium dice
salt, to taste
2 medium garlic cloves, minced
½ large red onion, cut into small dice
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 ripe avocados cut into medium dice
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
Ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to center position and heat oven to 250 degrees.
  • Place cornbread cubes on a cookie sheet with a rim; bake until bread is dried out, about 30 minutes, then set aside to cool.
  • Salt the tomatoes, stir in the garlic and let stand until juicy, about 30 minutes.
  • Prepare remaining ingredients; toss with tomatoes. Add bread; toss. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 15.1 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 250.9 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

Monica Castro
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I can't wait to try this salad! It looks so delicious.


Brian Connolly
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. It's even better the next day.


Sam Sony
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I love how versatile this salad is. I've added black beans, grilled chicken, and even bacon to it before.


Abraham Belsty
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Icyss Bracewell
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I'm not usually a fan of cornbread, but this salad changed my mind. It's so good!


Najibullah
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's perfect for a summer cookout.


Abid Solangi
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I love the addition of avocado to this salad. It makes it so creamy and rich.


Sirme Great
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover cornbread.


Sadia Holy
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Forhad Ahmed
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The dressing is the perfect complement to the salad. It's tangy, sweet, and just a little bit spicy.


Omid Esayaee
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I love how easy this salad is to make. It's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.


Hadly Werrant
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! The combination of sweet cornbread, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and cilantro was simply divine.