Panzanella is classic Tuscan “peasant food”. It can be made quickly using a few simple pantry staples and some fresh tomatoes and basil. Don’t be afraid of this bread salad, it’s so tasty and easy to whip up for a quick meal on weeknights. It’s important to use good quality olive oil to really make those flavours pop!
Tuna Panzanella
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Ingredients
- 1 baguette, cut into small cubes
- 2 pints cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 250 grams canned tuna, strained
- 1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2-3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- Fresh basil, QB
- Salt, QB
- Pepper, QB
Instructions
First step is to toast your croutons. Place your bread cubes on a baking sheet and broil at 400 degrees for about 10 minutes, flipping halfway.
Place your tomatoes in a mixing bowl and squeeze them with your hands to allow some of the juices to come out. You don’t want them too mushy at this point. Add a splash of water to the bowl, along with some salt, pepper, and one onion, thinly chopped. Strain your tuna before adding it to the bowl, along with about 1/2 cup of Extra Virgin Olive Oil and a good splash of red wine vinegar. Finish with lots of basil, which you can chop or just rip up with your hands. Stir well to combine and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.