RECIPE DETAILS
HEALTHY AND REFRESHING
BÄKKER SUMMER BREEZE:
HIGH-PROTEIN
PANZANELLA
A dish that shatters the myth that you can’t get full from a salad. Crispy bread cubes meet the juices of summer tomatoes; they don’t get soggy and don’t compromise on flavor.
Short Description: "Don’t say ‘bread in a salad?’—the Italians know how to do this right! Using BÄKKER High-Protein Bread, we’ve transformed the classic Panzanella salad into a main course that nourishes your muscles and keeps you full for hours. Bread cubes that soak up the fresh juice of summer tomatoes and the olive oil dressing while retaining their crispiness… The most refreshing and enjoyable dish for hot days."
INGREDIENTS
- 2 thick slices of BÄKKER High-Protein Bread (slightly stale)
- 2 large, juicy field tomatoes
- 1 Çengelköy cucumber
- Half a red onion (finely chopped)
- 1 handful of fresh basil leaves
- 1 ball of fresh mozzarella cheese (optional)
- For the dressing: Olive oil, vinegar, garlic, salt, and black pepper.
PREPARATION STEPS
- Prepare the Bread: Cut the BÄKKER bread slices into large cubes. Sauté in a pan with a little olive oil for 3–4 minutes until lightly crispy, then set aside.
- Prepare the Vegetables: Dice the tomatoes into large cubes, slice the cucumbers into rounds, and thinly slice the red onions. Place all the vegetables in a large mixing bowl.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, vinegar, minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper with a fork until you have a smooth, well-blended dressing.
- Combining and Letting Rest: Add the crispy bread cubes to the bowl with the vegetables and pour the dressing over them. Toss well to ensure all ingredients are coated with the dressing. Let sit for about 10–15 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the tomato juices and dressing.
- Serving: In the final step, tear fresh basil leaves by hand and add them. If using, crumble mozzarella cheese and sprinkle it on top. Serve as a refreshing meal on hot summer days.
THE BÄKKER DIFFERENCE
Turn a classic salad into a high-protein main course. Extend your feeling of fullness with muscle-friendly ingredients and a low glycemic index.
