Vegan panzanella salad | Nourish plant-based living

Vegan panzanella salad

Jade Woodd

Panzanella is a popular Tuscan salad starring stale or dry bread drenched in a classic vinaigrette dressing. This version features colourful pomegranate and a sprinkle of hemp seeds, making it extra nutrient-dense and delicious.

Ingredients

SERVES: 2-4

DRESSING

Method

  1. Cut the bread into cubes and spread out on a baking tray. Allow to go stale for 30 minutes, or overnight.
  2. Wash and halve the tomatoes. Finely slice the onion.
  3. Remove the pomegranate arils, discarding any pith or discoloured arils.
  4. Combine all the dressing ingredients in a small jug, then blend with a stick blender. This will give you a much smoother, more emulsified dressing, but you can simply use a whisk if you prefer.
  5. Combine the stale bread and dressing in a large bowl. Massage the dressing into the bread with your hands, taking the time to ensure the bread soaks up all that flavour.
  6. Add in the rest of the salad ingredients, tossing to combine. Serve immediately, or within a few hours (this salad won’t keep overnight).

Jade Woodd

Jade is a naturopath, nutritionist, recipe developer, and food photographer, passionate about sharing her knowledge of holistic health and plant-focused eating.

This recipe was originally published in Nourish plant-based living, Issue 62 • View magazine

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