Olivia’s Panzanella Salad with Butter & Garlic Croutons
Salad Ingredients:
- 1 box or 2 cups Olivia’s Butter & Garlic Croutons, (or your flavor choice) slightly crushed
- 2 cups ripe tomato, in chunks with the seeds removed (or try cherry tomatoes, cut in half)
- ¾ cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1 cup cucumber, in chunks with the seeds removed
- ¼ cup capers, or substitute sliced Kalamata olives
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves, slightly chopped
Vinaigrette Ingredients:
- 3 Tbsp red wine vinegar
- 3 Tbsp water
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large clove garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- Pepper to taste
Combine vinaigrette ingredients in a large bowl, and then add the vegetables and toss. After adding Olivia’s Croutons, let the salad stand for 15 minutes, tossing occasionally, before serving!
