Panzanella (Italian Bread Salad)

You might want to double this... because it is soooo good!

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 2  tomatoes
• 1  yellow bell pepper
• 1  cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1⁄2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1  tablespoon capers
• 1⁄4 cup fresh basil, thinly sliced
• 1⁄4 cup red wine vinegar
• 1⁄2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt, to taste
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper, to taste
• 2  cups  garlic and herbed croutons

Directions

1. In a large bowl combine tomatoes, bell pepper, cucumber, onion, and capers.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar and oil.
3. season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. pour dressing over vegetables and toss thoroughly.
5. Spread croutons in a single layer in a large serving bowl.
6. Spoon vegetables evenly over the croutons and pour any remaining liquid in the bowl over all. sprinkle basil on top.