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Grilled Bread Salad with Sweet Peppers and Onions

By Alison Roman

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Photo by Ryan Liebe

Our grilled version of panzanella boasts sweet-and-sour flavors and gets even better as it sits.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    4 servings

Ingredients

1/4 small loaf country-style bread (about 6 ounces), crust removed, bread torn into large pieces
6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper
2 large red bell peppers, halved, ribs and seeds removed
2 small red onions, peeled, quartered, with some root attached
3 tablespoons Sherry vinegar or red winevinegar
1/2 teaspoon paprika, preferably smoked
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh chives, plus more for serving

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Prepare grill for medium-high heat. Toss bread with 2 tablespoons oil in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper. Toss bell peppers and onions with 2 tablespoons oil; season with salt and pepper.

    Step 2

    Grill bread, turning occasionally, until golden brown, 8-10 minutes. Transfer to a plate.

    Step 3

    Grill vegetables, turning often, until very tender and charred in spots, 8-10 minutes for peppers and 10-12 minutes for onions; transfer to a cutting board.

    Step 4

    Trim root end from onions and separate layers. Transfer to a large bowl, add vinegar and paprika, and toss to coat. Remove as much skin as possible from peppers; discard. Cut into 1 1/2" strips.

    Step 5

    Add peppers, grilled bread, 2 tablespoons chives, and remaining 2 tablespoons oil to bowl with onions and toss to combine; season with salt, pepper, and more vinegar, if desired. Serve topped with more chives.

TagsSaladSherryAlcoholBeveragesItalianEuropeanBell PepperVegetableOnionRoot VegetableStarterSideDinnerLunchDairy FreeNut FreeVegetarianVegan30 Minutes or LessGrillingEpicurious

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