Grilled-Asparagus Panzanella

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Health score
10%
Grilled-Asparagus Panzanella
45 min.
8
148kcal

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Discover a delightful twist on the classic Italian panzanella with our Grilled-Asparagus Panzanella! This vibrant salad celebrates the beauty of fresh, seasonal ingredients and brings a burst of flavor to any table. Perfect as a side dish, it’s not only vegetarian and vegan but also entirely dairy-free, making it a versatile choice for all dietary preferences.

Imagine tender, charred asparagus freshly grilled to perfection, their natural sweetness intensified and perfectly complemented by the tangy brightness of cherry tomatoes and the briny richness of niçoise olives. Tossed with crispy cubes of country-style bread, this dish creates a delightful medley of textures and flavors.

What sets this salad apart is its robust vinaigrette, combining red wine vinegar with fragrant garlic and the peppery notes of fresh basil. Each bite offers a well-balanced profile, making it a superb accompaniment to any meal or a light standalone dish on a warm summer evening.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you'll love how quickly you can whip up this fulfilling and healthy treat that not only looks stunning but is also packed with essential nutrients. Gather your loved ones around the table and enjoy a truly scrumptious celebration of grilled vegetables—the Grilled-Asparagus Panzanella is bound to become a favorite!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds asparagus fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black divided freshly ground
  • slices bread 1-inch-thick country-style ()
  • tablespoons capers drained
  •  basil fresh plus more for garnish thinly sliced
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt divided
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 0.5 cup olives pitted
  • small onion red thinly sliced
  • 0.3 cup red wine vinegar 
  • 16  cherry tomatoes red yellow quartered

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • knife
  • whisk
  • grill

Directions

  1. Prepare grill.
  2. Snap off tough ends of asparagus or trim with a knife, and peel the bottom half of the stalk, if necessary.
  3. Place asparagus on a baking sheet, toss with olive oil, and season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Grill asparagus, perpendicular to the grates, for 35 minutes on each side or until just crisp-tender.
  4. Grill the bread about 1 minute per side or until slightly charred.
  5. Cut each slice into 1-inch cubes.
  6. Whisk vinegar, garlic, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and extra-virgin olive oil in a large bowl until combined.
  7. Add asparagus, grilled bread, tomatoes, and remaining ingredients; mix. Season with more salt and pepper, if desired.
  8. Let sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories148kcal
Protein12.39%
Fat44.53%
Carbs43.08%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.21
Glycemic Load
6.22
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
11.879999865656%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.06mg
Isorhamnetin
5.54mg
Kaempferol
3.9mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
18.38mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:148.22kcal
7.41%
Fat:7.67g
11.8%
Saturated Fat:1.09g
6.84%
Carbohydrates:16.7g
5.57%
Net Carbohydrates:13.21g
4.8%
Sugar:4.3g
4.77%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:438.54mg
19.07%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.8g
9.61%
Vitamin K:43.06µg
41.01%
Manganese:0.48mg
23.83%
Folate:70.14µg
17.53%
Vitamin A:867.69IU
17.35%
Vitamin C:14mg
16.97%
Iron:3.01mg
16.74%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.36%
Vitamin E:2.29mg
15.3%
Fiber:3.49g
13.98%
Copper:0.25mg
12.33%
Selenium:8.46µg
12.08%
Vitamin B3:2.25mg
11.23%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.1%
Potassium:308.79mg
8.82%
Phosphorus:87.53mg
8.75%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
7.87%
Magnesium:27.5mg
6.87%
Calcium:61.96mg
6.2%
Zinc:0.77mg
5.16%
Vitamin B5:0.48mg
4.76%
Source:My Recipes