TUSCAN TOSSED SALAD

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I like to let this salad sit awhile to allow the flavors to blend. Serve it in a pretty, clear trifle dish and you'll have a stunning side dish on the table.-Elaine Sweet, Dallas, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 loaf (1 pound) focaccia bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon plus 1/4 cup olive oil, divided
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup minced fresh basil
4 anchovy fillets, rinsed and chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens
3 large yellow or red tomatoes, seeded and chopped
3 cups grape tomatoes
2 medium cucumbers, peeled, seeded and diced
1/2 cup pitted Greek olives, halved
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1 jar (7 ounces) roasted sweet red peppers, drained and sliced

Steps:

  • Place bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet; drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil. Bake at 400° for 5-7 minutes or until lightly toasted. Cool on a wire rack., For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, basil, anchovies, garlic, salt, pepper and remaining oil. In a large bowl, combine the greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, celery, onion and red peppers., In a 3-qt. trifle bowl or deep salad bowl, layer with a third of the bread cubes and a third of the greens mixture; drizzle with a third of the dressing. Repeat layers twice. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 366mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Don Clapton
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Gulbahar Blouch
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect side dish for any occasion.


Abdhul Majheed
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit. The dressing is especially delicious.


Lhumu Sherpa
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time.


Aaliyah Brown
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This salad is a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables. They love the sweet and tangy dressing.


Muzamir Tyaba
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I love that this salad is so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients depending on what I have on hand.


Joshua Chetty
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. The combination of vegetables, cheese, and dressing is perfect.


Jamileishka Torres Santiago
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I made this salad for a potluck, and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the dressing.


Kaddu Abdunoor
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a few random vegetables in my fridge, and this salad is a great way to use them up before they go bad.


Angie Gerena
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I was a bit skeptical about the combination of ingredients in this salad, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors work really well together, and the dressing is just the right amount of tangy.


Nozuko Langa
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This salad is so easy to make and so delicious. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand. It's a great way to get my daily dose of vegetables.


Wisdom Destiny
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The fresh vegetables and flavorful dressing make it a perfect side dish for any occasion.


baatarsuh delgerdalai
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This salad was a huge hit at my last dinner party! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The dressing was especially delicious, with the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.