Grilled Panzanella With Heirloom Tomatoes Recipes

HEIRLOOM TOMATO AND GRILLED CORN PANZANELLA WITH SALMON

Steps:

• Whisk together the vinegar, mustard and honey in a small bowl. Whisk in the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
• Put the tomatoes, corn, cucumbers and onions in a large bowl, add half of the dressing and toss to coat; season with salt and pepper. Let sit at room temperature for at least 15 minutes.
• Brush the bread slices with the olive oil, season with salt and pepper and tear into pieces. Chop most of the basil leaves, reserving some whole leave for rubbing the salmon and as a garnish. Just before serving, add the bread and chopped basil to the tomato salad.
• Heat a charcoal or gas grill to medium high for direct grilling. Rub each salmon fillet on both sides with some of the basil leaves, brush with canola oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill until golden brown on both sides and just cooked through, about 3 minutes per side.
• Put the salmon on a platter and drizzle each piece with a little of the remaining dressing. Top with the salad, drizzle with more of the dressing and garnish with basil leaves.

GRILLED PANZANELLA WITH HEIRLOOM TOMATOES

Steps:

• Prepare a medium-hot fire (450°F) in a wood-fired grill, or plan to use a grill pan.
• Trim the heel ends from the loaf and cut the bread into 1-inch slices. Mash the garlic and sea salt into a paste. Blend with 3 tablespoons of the olive oil. Brush one side of the bread slices with the garlic mixture.
• Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat, if using. Oil the grill grids or grill pan and toast the bread, dry side down, until lightly charred, about 3 minutes. Turn the bread over and repeat on the second side. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly. Tear the bread into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
• To make the dressing, combine the vinegar and pimentón in a small bowl and gradually whisk in the oil to create an emulsion. Add salt to taste and set aside.
• Combine the red pepper, green onions, beans, tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and capers in a bowl. Lightly dress and add salt and pepper to taste. Let stand for 30 minutes, then add to the bread and toss. Add more dressing as needed to coat the bread. Add the basil leaves and toss again. Serve on a platter or on individual dishes, topped with Parmesan cheese.

GRILLED SUMMER PANZANELLA

Steps:

• Prepare a grill or large grill pan for medium heat. Clean and oil the grill grates.
• Grill the corn, turning often to char all sides, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and let cool slightly before cutting the kernels from the cobs. Transfer the kernels to a large bowl.
• Cut the bread into 1 1/2-inch-thick slices. Liberally drizzle both sides with oil and season with salt and pepper. Working in batches if needed, grill until charred and crispy, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board, cut into 1-inch cubes and put in the bowl with the corn.
• Cut the tomatoes. If using large heirlooms cut into 1/2-inch dice. If using grape or cherry heirlooms, halve the smaller ones and quarter the larger ones. Transfer to the bowl with the corn and bread, along with the cucumbers, basil, chives and vinegar. Drizzle with oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat and taste for seasoning, adding more vinegar if needed. Serve immediately.

HEIRLOOM TOMATO PANZANELLA

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and preheat a cookie sheet in it.
• Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat and cook until it foams. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add the bread cubes and toss to coat with the butter. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer the bread to a baking sheet. Immediately sprinkle with the cheese and toss again while warm to melt the cheese.
• Bake, stirring once or twice, until the croutons are crisp and lightly colored on the outside but still soft within, about 8 or 9 minutes. Let cool. Store in an airtight container.
• Michael's Notes: I use a serrated knife to remove the crust from day-old bread, then switch to a chef's knife to cut the cubes because it doesn't tear the bread. Also note that I recommend grating the Parmesan finely so that it will stick to the bread better.