This hearty Basil BLT Panzanella Salad combines all the goodness of the classic sandwich with the fresh flavors of summertime...
So this weekend is it, folks- the last big hoorah of summertime. Labor Day weekend has always been that unofficial marker of when late summer gives way to early fall.
We all gear up for our last 3 day weekend of the summer & enjoy those final couple of days to splash around at the local pool, to gather for a family BBQ, & to say goodbye to long summer days.... at least until next year. ;)
Honestly, I am always conflicted at this time of the year. A part of me hates to see summer end, but another part of me is ready for all things fall.
In fact, I have a small confession to make to you all- I bought & ate a pumpkin pie blizzard yesterday (Gasp! Please tell me I am not the only one who has already broke down & did that, right? Right?).
But I am also still whipping up summer-worthy salads like this tasty Basil BLT Panzanella Salad recipe that I am sharing with you all today...
This hearty salad combines all the goodness of one of my favorite sandwiches with the some of my favorite flavors of summertime. You have toasted cubes of Italian bread, crispy bacon, crunchy romaine lettuce, & juicy heirloom tomatoes (the BLT part).
And then you have this amazingly simple 3 ingredient basil mayo dressing that gives this salad it's fresh summer flavor. The combination is absolute salad perfection, & it definitely deserves a spot on your BBQ menu this coming Labor Day weekend.
I definitely recommend picking up a big ole heirloom tomato for this salad. The bigger and juicier, the better. They have been plentiful at my local farmers market over the past few weeks, so if you can't find one at your local grocery store then head to a farmers market or a roadside stand.
I definitely recommend picking up a big ole heirloom tomato for this salad. The bigger and juicier, the better. They have been plentiful at my local farmers market over the past few weeks, so if you can't find one at your local grocery store then head to a farmers market or a roadside stand.
Look for one that is slightly soft to the touch, but not mushy. If you can find one that has a gradient of red to orange to yellow, then grab it. And bonus points if you happen to find one that is as big as your face. ;)
What are your plans for this upcoming Labor Day weekend? (Psssttt... whatever they may be, they should definitely include this Basil BLT Panzanella Salad. ;) )
Are you ready for fall or are you still clinging to summertime as long as you can?
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