Tomato and Mozzarella Panzanella

Tomato and Mozzarella Panzanella recipe videos

Panzanella is a classic Tuscan bread salad, traditionally made with stale bread, ripe tomatoes, onions, and basil, all tossed in a simple vinaigrette. This version features creamy fresh mozzarella, adding a rich, milky contrast to the tangy tomatoes and crunchy bread. It's a rustic, refreshing dish that transforms simple ingredients into a satisfying summer meal.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This salad is primarily a source of carbohydrates from the bread, with moderate fat from the olive oil and mozzarella, and a good amount of protein from the cheese. It provides key nutrients like lycopene from tomatoes, calcium from the mozzarella, and healthy monounsaturated fats from the olive oil. A typical serving contains approximately 350-400 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	14 g
Carbs	32 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	520 mg
Lycopene	4.5 mg
Calcium	220 mg
Vitamin C	18 mg
Vitamin K	12 mcg
Potassium	380 mg
Vitamin A	85 mcg RAE
Iron	2.1 mg
Phosphorus	190 mg

Per 1.5 cups (approx. 300 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Panzanella is a prime example of Italian cucina povera (peasant cooking), born from the necessity to use up stale bread. Nutritionally, the combination of tomatoes and olive oil enhances the absorption of fat-soluble antioxidants like lycopene, making the salad not just flavorful but also nutritionally synergistic.