Serves 6 | Prep Time: 45 minutes
Ingredients:
Croutons
· 1 Ciabatta Bread or other Italian Bread cut into 1-inch thick cubes
· Olive Oil
Salad
• 1 cucumber, unpeeled, seeded, cut into 1/2-inch moons
• 1 cup of cherry or grape tomatoes (heirlooms if you have them) or 3 large tomatoes cut into wedges
• 10 fresh basil leaves, torn
• 2 tablespoons capers, drained
• 1/2 red onion cut into thick pieces or wedges
• Assorted bell peppers (red, yellow, orange) seeded and cut into pieces ½ inch pieces
• 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded (optional)
• Salt and Pepper
Red Wine Vinegar Vinaigrette
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray lined baking sheet with olive oil spray. Season bread with salt and pepper and place on baking sheet. Turn once. Cook until golden brown about 8-10 minutes. Let cool.
2. For Peppers and Onions- Brush lightly peppers and onions with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill or Croutons
3. 1 Ciabatta Bread or other Italian Bread cut into 1-inch thick cubes
4. olive oil
5. Place on baking sheet. Turn once. Cook until slightly brown and soft about 8-10 minutes. Let cool
6. While the croutons and peppers are cooking, add tomatoes, cucumbers, and capers to a large bowl
7. Add croutons, peppers and onions
8. Add dressing (see below), use a small amount and toss
9. Add torn basil
10. Add parmesan cheese, to taste (optional)
11. Serve immediately with extra dressing on the side
Red Wine Vinegar Vinaigrette
1. Combine mustard, red wine vinegar, and seasons
2. Stream in olive oil and whisk quickly
3. Adjust seasonings to taste