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Farmstand Herb Bread Salad

Source of Recipe


Coastal Living






List of Ingredients



• 12 ounces country-style Italian bread, cut into 1-inch pieces
  
• 4 cloves garlic
  
• 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
  
• 1 Tbsp fresh thyme leaves
  
• 1 Tbsp fresh oregano leaves
  
• 1/2 tsp salt
  
• 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  
• 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  
• 6 tomatoes, seeded and cut into large pieces
  
• 2 zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
  
• 1 large roasted yellow bell pepper, seeded and coarsely chopped
  
• 1/4 cup capers, drained
  
• 1/3 cup pitted kalamata olives
  






Instructions



1. Divide bread evenly between 2 baking sheets. Bake at 350 degrees (F) for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Set aside to cool.
   
   
2. Combine garlic and next 5 ingredients in a food processor; pulse 5 to 6 times or until just chopped, stopping to scrape down sides. Add oil and vinegar, and pulse until combined.
   
   
3. Combine bread, tomato and next 4 ingredients in a large bowl; add dressing and toss well. Let salad stand, covered, at room temperature 30 minutes before serving.
   
   Makes 8 to 10 servings.