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Panzanella (light Italian bread salad)
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Panzanella (light Italian bread salad)

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GeenCold1 servings10 minutes±160 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 large ripe tomato or 8 cherry tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 red onion, very thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cucumber, in half-moon slices
  • 1 slice of Leksands crispbread or 1 rye cracker, broken into pieces
  • A handful of fresh basil leaves
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Pepper and sea salt to taste

Instructions

- Combine tomato, cucumber, red onion, and basil in a bowl.

- Break the crispbread into rough, uneven pieces and gently toss it into the salad.

- Mix olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, pepper, and salt to create a refreshing dressing.

- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently.

- Serve immediately to keep the crispbread slightly crunchy.

Serving Tip

Italian, fresh, crunchy — the lighter version of the classic Tuscan bread salad. Serve on a wide, light-colored plate to highlight the vibrant colors of the tomato, basil, and cracker — a true Tuscan vibe.

Storage Tip

Add the crispbread just before serving to maintain its crunchy texture.

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LAST_UPDATE: 2/18/2026