Refreshing Bread Salad with Tomatoes and Tuna Delight

Delight in this Mediterranean bread salad bursting with flavors of fresh tomatoes and the crunch of golden croutons. A perfect summer dish!

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 15

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

4 medium Tomatoes vine-ripened or cherry tomatoes
1 can Tuna drained and flaked
1 medium Shallot finely chopped
2 cloves Garlic finely chopped
1 bunch Fresh Basil torn for garnish

For the Dressing

3 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar (light) or red wine vinegar
4 tablespoons Olive Oil extra virgin for best flavor
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper freshly ground

For the Croutons

1 French baguette Baguette day-old preferred

Equipment

Baking Sheet
mixing bowl
Small bowl
Whisk

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare Tomatoes: Wash tomatoes and cut into wedges or cubes. Sprinkle with salt.
Prep Tuna: Drain canned tuna and flake it into chunky pieces.
Chop Aromatics: Finely chop shallots and garlic and place in a mixing bowl.
Mix Dressing: Whisk balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and pepper in a small bowl.
Combine Ingredients: Add tomatoes and tuna to the bowl, drizzle with dressing, and toss.
Toast Bread: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F), dice baguette, drizzle with olive oil, and toast for 10-15 minutes.
Finish Salad: Fold in croutons and add torn basil leaves before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best served fresh to enjoy the crunch of croutons. Use juices from tomatoes for added flavor.

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