Short-Cut Italian Bread Salad

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Refreshing and easy Short-Cut Italian Bread Salad recipe
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Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 prebaked italian bread pizza crust or 1 pizza dough
1 1/2 cups diced fresh tomatoes
1/2 cup thinly sliced basil
1/2 cup Italian salad dressing , divided
7 cups salad greens ( I use the bagged ready-to-use kind )
1 cup sliced pepperoni
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup sliced black olives

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
524
Sugar
9g
Fat
39g
Originating in the Italian region of Tuscany, this Short-Cut Italian Bread Salad is a twist on the classic Panzanella salad. The dish was developed as a way to use up stale bread by soaking it in water before mixing it with fresh vegetables. Our version uses prebaked Italian bread pizza crust or pizza dough for convenience, and it is topped with tons of fresh ingredients such as tomatoes, basil, and black olives to create a flavorful and filling dish that you can enjoy as a meal or as a side. The best part is that it can be easily adapted to cater to your preference or any dietary requirements.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.If using pizza dough, roll it out on a floured surface into a large circle.
3.Place the crust or the rolled dough on a baking sheet.
4.Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until crisp.
5.In a mixing bowl, combine diced tomatoes, basil, and 1/4 cup of Italian dressing.
6.Add the salad greens, sliced pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, grated parmesan cheese, sliced black olives, and remaining Italian dressing.
7.Mix everything well and top the baked crust with the salad mixture.

PROS

This delicious bread salad is easy to make and can be on the table in less than 30 minutes.

It is packed with various ingredients and full of flavor.

The salad dressing helps to bring all the ingredients together into a mouthwatering dish that everyone will enjoy.

CONS

The salad can become soggy and the crust can get too soft if it’s not served immediately after combining all the ingredients.

The ingredients are generally high in calories and sodium, so it’s best to consume in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This bread salad has various health benefits, including providing essential vitamins and minerals from the vegetables, and protein from the pepperoni and cheeses.
The salad greens also contain phytonutrients that support overall health and wellness.

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