Grilled Panzanella Salad With Bell Peppers, Summer Squash
Grilled Panzanella Salad With Bell Peppers, Summer Squash, And Tomatoes
Grilled vegetables pump up the classic Tuscan bread-and-tomato salad. What to drink: An Italian white like Vernaccia di San Gimignano or Orvieto. Can't find ciabatta? Use any good-quality crusty Italian or French bread. Salad 1 1/2 pounds assorted bell peppers (about 3 large), cut into 1 1/2-inch-wide strips 1 1/2 pounds assorted summer squash, cut lengthwise into 1/3-inch-thick slices 1 medium-size red onion, cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds 1 12- to 14-ounce loaf of ciabatta, some crust trimmed to expose bread, cut crosswise into 1-inch-thick slices Extra-virgin olive oil 1 garlic clove, peeled, cut into thirds Dressing 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 pound tomatoes, cored, cut into 3/4-inch dice, juices reserved 1/2 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley 1/4 cup coarsely chopped assorted fresh herbs (such as chives, dill, chervil, and tarragon) 2 tablespoons drained capers For salad: Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Brush both sides of bell peppers, squash, onion, and bread slices lightly with olive oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill vegetables until tender and brown, about 4 minutes per side for peppers and squash and 3 minutes per side for onion. Grill bread until browned and crisp, turning occasionally, about 4 minutes. Cool slightly. Rub bread with cut sides of garlic. Tear bread into 3/4-inch pieces; place in very large bowl. Cut grilled vegetables into 1-inch pieces; add to bread in bowl. For dressing: Whisk first 3 ingredients in small bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in 1/3 cup oil. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. Add dressing, tomatoes with juices, and all remaining ingredients to salad; toss. Let stand 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Makes 8 servings. -- Rec.food.recipes is moderated by Patricia Hill at . Only recipes and recipe requests are accepted for posting. Please allow several days for your submission to appear. Archives: http://www.cdkitchen.com/rfr/ http://recipes.alastra.com/ |
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