Caprese Panzanella with Balsamic

Ingredients

• 4 slices Ciabatta or rustic bread
• 2 medium Tomatoes
• 8 oz Fresh mozzarella
• 1/2 cup Fresh basil
• 2 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 clove Garlic(optional)
• 1/4 tsp Salt(optional)
• 1/8 tsp Black pepper(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep (20 minutes): Cube the bread and cut tomatoes and mozzarella into bite-size pieces. Tear basil leaves.

2. 2

   Cook (5 minutes): Lightly toast the bread cubes in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring once, until lightly crisp.

3. 3

   Make the balsamic vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk balsamic vinegar and olive oil with minced garlic (if using), plus salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Assemble: In a bowl, layer bread cubes, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. Drizzle with the balsamic vinaigrette and toss gently to coat.