Description:

with tomato, cucumber and canned white beans

Source:

Marianna

Serves/Makes:4 or more

Ingredients

• 1/2 loaf Italian or sourdough bread, cut into 3/4-inch cubes (about 4 cups (950 ml) total)
• best quality nonstick cooking spray
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) olive oil
• 2 tbsp (30 ml) balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 tsp (1 ml) salt
• 1/4 tsp (1 ml) black pepper
• 2 large ripe tomatoes, diced
• 1 large cucumber, cubed
• 1 medium red onion, chopped
• 1/2 tsp (2 ml) dried basil or equivalent amount of fresh
• 1 15 oz (420 grm). can cannellini or small white beans, rinsed and drained

Preparation

• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees (200 C.).
• Place the bread cubes in a large bowl and generously coat with the cooking spray; toss, coat again, then toss again.
• Place on a baking sheet and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until golden.
• In the same large bowl, combine the olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper; mix well.
• Add the tomatoes, cucumber, onion, basil and beans; toss to coat well.
• Add the bread cubes then toss gently.
• Can serve immediately but it is good after chilling for an hour, allowing bread to slightly absorb dressing.

Comments

Adapted from a recipe from the Bean Education and Awareness Network