TOMATO, MOZZARELLA, AND BREAD SALAD

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A rich, delicious vehicle for showcasing summer's wonderful tomatoes, this salad is an enticing partner for light pasta dishes or pasta salads. See the menu accompanying Farfalle with Mushrooms (page 76).

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups diced day-old Italian bread
1 1/2 to 2 pounds flavorful tomatoes, diced
4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, finely diced
4 to 6 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven or toaster oven to 300°F.
  • Arrange the diced bread in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake until dry and crisp, stirring occasionally, 15 or 20 minutes.
  • Combine the remaining ingredients in a serving bowl and toss together. Just before serving, toss in the bread.
  • Calories: 264
  • Total Fat: 13g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Carbohydrate: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 22mg
  • Sodium: 300mg

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