Grilled Panzanella Salad with peppers, Summer Squash, and Tomatoes

Ingredients for Grilled Panzanella Salad with peppers, Summer Squash, and Tomatoes

• 675g assorted peppers (about 3 large), cut into 1 1/2-inch-wide strips

• 675g assorted summer squash, cut lengthwise into 1/3-inch-thick slices

• 1 medium-size red onion, cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds

• 1 12- to 400g loaf of ciabatta, some crust trimmed to expose bread, cut crosswise into 1-inch-thick slices

• Extra-virgin olive oil

• 1 garlic clove, peeled, cut into thirds

• 60ml fresh lemon juice

• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

• 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel

• 80ml extra-virgin olive oil

• 450g tomatoes, cored, cut into 3/4-inch dice, juices reserved

• 1/2 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley

• 1/4 cup coarsely chopped assorted fresh herbs (such as chives, dill, chervil, and tarragon)

• 2 tablespoons drained capers

How to make Grilled Panzanella Salad with peppers, Summer Squash, and Tomatoes

Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Brush both sides of peppers, squash, onion, and bread slices lightly with olive oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill vegetables until tender and brown, about 4 minutes per side for peppers and squash and 3 minutes per side for onion. Grill bread until browned and crisp, turning occasionally, about 4 minutes. Cool slightly. Rub bread with cut sides of garlic. Tear bread into 3/4-inch pieces; place in very large bowl. Cut grilled vegetables into 1-inch pieces; add to bread in bowl.

Whisk first 3 ingredients in small bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in 80ml oil. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.

Add dressing, tomatoes with juices, and all remaining ingredients to salad; toss. Let stand 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Disclaimer

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