Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
15 min
Yields
4 - 6 servings
This Italian favourite is like a bread salad with tomatoes, red onion, basil and a simple dressing.
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ingredients
5
cups good-quality crusty bread (about ½ of a 7-inch round loaf)
6
medium-ripe tomatoes, cored cut into ¾-inch pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6
Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
3
Tbsp sherry vinegar
¼
cup thinly sliced red onion
1
cup basil leaves, torn
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directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 325ºF. Arrange the bread cubes on a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer. Bake until dried out but not toasted, 10 to 15 minutes. Cool.
Step 2
Meanwhile, put the tomatoes in a colander and toss them with 1 teaspoon salt. Let stand 20 minutes, discard any juices that drain out.
Step 3
Whisk the olive oil and vinegar together in a large bowl. Add the bread, tomatoes, onion, and basil and toss to coat thoroughly. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.