Bread Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Health score
21%
Bread Salad
75 min.
2
396kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our refreshing Bread Salad! This vibrant dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfectly suited for vegetarians and vegans alike, this salad is a wholesome option that is both dairy-free and packed with nutrients.

Imagine the satisfying crunch of day-old French or Italian bread, lovingly torn into bite-sized pieces, mingling with the juicy sweetness of ripe tomatoes and the crispness of fresh cucumbers. The addition of thinly sliced onions adds a subtle sharpness, while the aromatic basil infuses the salad with a fragrant touch that elevates every bite. Drizzled with a zesty fat-free red wine vinegar dressing, this dish is a harmonious blend of flavors that is sure to impress.

Not only is this Bread Salad a delicious side dish, but it also comes together in just 75 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a quick yet satisfying meal. With only 396 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying a nutritious option that complements any main course. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply looking for a light meal, this Bread Salad is the perfect addition to your table. Dive into this refreshing dish and let the flavors transport you to a sunny Mediterranean escape!

Ingredients

  • slices bread crumbs french italian
  • 1.5 cups tomatoes chopped
  • 1.3 cups cucumber peeled chopped
  • small onion thinly sliced
  • 0.3 cup red wine vinegar fat-free
  • tablespoons basil dried fresh chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Tear bread into 1-inch pieces.
  2. Mix bread and remaining ingredients in glass or plastic bowl.
  3. Cover and refrigerate, stirring once, at least 1 hour to blend flavors and soften bread. Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories396kcal
Protein7.72%
Fat49.16%
Carbs43.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
56
Glycemic Load
2.08
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
16.202608712341%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.76mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.75mg
Kaempferol
0.33mg
Myricetin
0.16mg
Quercetin
7.75mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:396.41kcal
19.82%
Fat:21.74g
33.45%
Saturated Fat:11.67g
72.92%
Carbohydrates:42.91g
14.3%
Net Carbohydrates:36.72g
13.35%
Sugar:24.18g
26.87%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:237.53mg
10.33%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.68g
15.36%
Vitamin K:83.94µg
79.95%
Manganese:0.68mg
33.77%
Iron:5.61mg
31.19%
Vitamin C:20.79mg
25.2%
Fiber:6.19g
24.76%
Folate:85.29µg
21.32%
Vitamin A:1022.55IU
20.45%
Potassium:683.25mg
19.52%
Vitamin B3:3.63mg
18.17%
Magnesium:66.43mg
16.61%
Calcium:123.96mg
12.4%
Copper:0.23mg
11.5%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.41%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.38%
Phosphorus:91.17mg
9.12%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
9.05%
Vitamin E:1.07mg
7.11%
Zinc:0.81mg
5.4%
Vitamin B5:0.38mg
3.79%