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Bruschetta Salad

Published: Jul 12, 2020 by Louisa Clements · This post may contain affiliate links

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Bruschetta salad is a delicious and vibrant summer panzanella salad with tomatoes, basil and croutons finished with a balsamic glaze.

A bowl of bruschetta salad with balsamic drizzle on a wooden board.

I’m inspired by so many different things, but recently, because we haven’t been going out to eat and have been spending a lot of time a home, I find that I’m inspired by classic dishes and flavour combinations. Reimagining them in new and different ways.

This salad is inspired by Caprese salad, bruschetta and panzanella salads. Three delicious dishes that I’ve been making variations of for years. This salad may not be revolutionary, but it is absolutely delicious.

And the perfect thing to enjoy all summer long. I like to serve this with Melitzano salata, and grilled Greek chicken.

Closeup, side angle of salad.

Because I eat a lot of salads in the summer, I’m always looking for ways to change it up. I make my classic white balsamic vinaigrette and keep it in the fridge for quick work lunches, but I whipped this salad up one Friday evening before heading to the park and it was absolutely perfect.

There are a few tricks to making this salad “restaurant-worthy” and making homemade croutons is one of them.

Make your own croutons

My biggest tip for a delicious salad? Make your own croutons. They are so simple to make; cut or tear bread (I like to use a French baguette), toss it in some olive oil with salt, pepper, garlic powder and oregano, and bake in the oven at 375F for about 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through and you’ve got delicious croutons to add to any salad.

Macro closeup of bruschetta salad in a wooden salad bowl.

What I love about this recipe is that it’s so simple and fresh! I use romaine because I love the crunch, along with fresh basil, bocconcini, tomatoes and croutons.

The dressing is just a good quality extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze. That’s it!

Can you use balsamic vinegar instead of balsamic glaze?

For this recipe, I would stick with the balsamic glaze. It’s concentrated and sweeter than traditional balsamic vinegar. I like to keep this condiment on hand for adding to homemade pizza, or to dress up a simple bruschetta.

A bowl of bruschetta salad with balsamic drizzle on a wooden board.

Bruschetta Salad

Author: Louisa Clements
4.29 from 14 votes
Bruschetta salad is a delicious and vibrant summer panzanella salad with tomatoes, basil and croutons finished with a balsamic glaze.
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Prep: 10 minutes
Total: 10 minutes
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Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tbsp thinly sliced basil
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 200 grams Bocconcini
  • 1 ½ cups croutons
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1-2 tbsp balsamic glaze

Instructions

  • In a large salad bowl season romaine, tomatoes and basil with salt. Toss in croutons and bocconcini. Toss with olive oil. Drizzle with balsamic glaze, start with one tablespoon and add more as needed.
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Filed Under: easy, quick recipes, salad, vegetarian
Nutrition Facts
Bruschetta Salad
Amount Per Serving
Calories 288 Calories from Fat 171
% Daily Value*
Fat 19g29%
Saturated Fat 5g31%
Cholesterol 18mg6%
Sodium 285mg12%
Potassium 668mg19%
Carbohydrates 20g7%
Fiber 5g21%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 13g26%
Vitamin A 14376IU288%
Vitamin C 34mg41%
Calcium 257mg26%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Nutrition information is an estimate and is provided for informational purposes only. If you have any specific dietary concerns, please consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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  1. Shirley Clements

    February 01, 2021 at 7:05 pm

    This salad looks sooo refreshing & delicious! Must make it soon!
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