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Summer Panzanella with Anchovies – A Refreshing Italian Recipe

Enjoy a refreshing Summer Panzanella with Anchovies, perfect for hot days and easy to prepare without cooking!

Summer Panzanella with Anchovies

This delightful Summer Panzanella with Anchovies is the perfect dish to enjoy during the hottest days. A vibrant twist on the traditional Tuscan recipe, the stale bread is soaked in water and vinegar, then combined with crunchy, colorful vegetables such as peppers, celery, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. The unique flavor comes from the marinated anchovies drizzled with citrus oil, adding a deliciously tangy note. Fresh and easy to prepare, this Summer Panzanella with Anchovies makes a tasty no-cook appetizer, ideal for any occasion!

Ingredients

  • Stale bread
  • Water
  • Vinegar
  • Bell peppers
  • Celery
  • Cherry tomatoes
  • Red onion
  • Marinated anchovies
  • Citrus oil

Instructions

  1. Soak the stale bread in a mixture of water and vinegar until softened.
  2. Drain the bread and tear it into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Chop the peppers, celery, tomatoes, and red onion, and mix them into the bread.
  4. Add the marinated anchovies and drizzle with citrus oil.
  5. Toss everything gently and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.

Other Variations of Tuscan Panzanella

Try these alternative versions of the classic Panzanella:

  • Salmon Tartare and Panzanella
  • Winter Panzanella
  • Crunchy Panzanella

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