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Spring Panzanella Salad | vegetarian recipe via The Sweet Miscellany Blog

Spring Panzanella Salad


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  • Author: Courtney West
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 3-4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This spring panzanella salad pairs fresh spring veggies with homemade sourdough croutons and a zingy lemon dressing. Shelled edamame adds a touch of protein while crumbled feta adds a salty bite.


Ingredients

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for the salad:

  • 1 1/2 cups sugar snap peas, trimmed and sliced on the bias
  • 1/2 bunch asparagus, about 6 ounces, woody ends trimmed and sliced on the bias into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup shelled edamame, fresh or frozen
  • 34 thick slices sourdough bread, roughly torn into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • 23 Persian cucumbers, or 1 small English cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 45 radishes, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup dill, chopped
  • 1/4 cup mint leaves, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chives, chopped
  • 2/3 cup crumbled feta cheese

for the dresing:

  • 1 medium lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • Sea salt, to taste

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. While the oven preheats, bring a large pot of water to boil, set a large bowl of ice water by your sink, and get a colander/strainer ready. Once the water comes to a boil, add a large pinch of salt followed by the sliced snap peas, and asparagus. If your edamame is frozen, add it as well. Cook for just 2-3 minutes until the asparagus and snap peas are vibrant green. Drain the veggies into the colander then immediately place in the ice water.

Add the torn bread to a large rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with the 2 tablespoons of olive oil and season with a couple of pinches of salt. Toss to coat the bread in the olive oil. Add another drizzle of olive oil if the bread seems dry. Bake the croutons in the preheated 400 degree oven for 18-20 minutes until crisp and beginning to turn golden, tossing halfway through. Set aside to cool.

While the croutons bake, drain the veggies in the bowl of ice water then pat them dry. Add them to a large bowl or platter. If you’re using fresh edamame, add it to the bowl along with the sliced cucumber, sliced radish, chopped herbs, and crumbled feta.

Make the dressing – add the lemon juice and zest to a small bowl followed by the olive oil, garlic powder, Dijon mustard, honey, and a pinch or two of salt. Whisk until smooth then taste and add more salt if needed.

Add the cooled croutons to the bowl with the veggies then drizzle the dressing over the top. Toss well, then taste and add more salt if needed to season. Serve and enjoy immediately!

Notes

  • This salad is best enjoyed the day it is made as the croutons will become soggy over time and the lemon juice will soften and discolor the veggies. If you have leftovers, keep them in an airtight container and enjoy them within 1-2 days.
  • Use a vegan feta and maple syrup in place of the honey in the dressing to keep this salad vegan.
  • Use your favorite gluten free bread to keep this recipe gluten free.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18-20 minutes
  • Category: salad