Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of summer with this Watermelon Panzanella Salad (Gluten Free). Bursting with juicy watermelon, sweet cantaloupe, and fresh herbs, this salad is a delightful blend of taste and nutrition. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or light lunches, it’s easily customizable to suit your preferences. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a refreshing dish that not only looks stunning but also delivers on flavor. The combination of sweet fruits and aromatic herbs makes it an unforgettable addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cubed watermelon
- 2 cups cubed cantaloupe
- 2 small heirloom tomatoes (cut into wedges)
- 1 1/2 cups sliced cucumber
- 1 bunch basil (roughly torn)
- 1 bunch mint
- 2 slices sourdough bread (day-old or toasted)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed watermelon, cantaloupe, sliced cucumber, and tomato. Toss gently to mix.
- Add the cubed sourdough bread along with the torn basil and mint. If desired, include feta or mozzarella cheese alternatives at this stage. Mix again gently until all ingredients are combined.
- Drizzle the lime juice and olive oil over the salad, sprinkle with black pepper, and toss one last time for an even distribution of flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg