Moroccan Bread Salad Recipe

Transform stale bread into a vibrant Moroccan-inspired salad! This recipe is quick, easy, and perfect as a light lunch, appetizer, or side dish. Customize it to your liking – herbs and olives add extra zing, but it's equally delicious without them. This recipe is a fantastic way to use up leftover bread and create a burst of Mediterranean flavor in minutes.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 313.8 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Moroccan Bread Salad

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How to Make Moroccan Bread Salad

  1. Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
  2. Char the peppers: Place the peppers directly on a gas flame or under a broiler until the skin is blackened on all sides. Alternatively, roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally, until the skin is blackened.
  3. While peppers are charring, break up the stale bread (about 4 cups) into bite-sized pieces and spread in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
  4. Toast the bread: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden and crispy.
  5. Peel and deseed the charred peppers. Tear into strips.
  6. Make the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 4 tablespoons tomato juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  7. Add 1/4 cup olive oil to the dressing and whisk until emulsified. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  8. Add the toasted bread to a large salad bowl. Pour half of the dressing over the bread and gently toss to coat.
  9. Let the bread sit for a few seconds to absorb the dressing.
  10. Add the peppers (about 1 cup), 1 cup chopped tomatoes, 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, or mint – your choice!), and 1/4 cup Kalamata olives (optional) to the bread.
  11. Pour the remaining dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  12. Taste and adjust seasoning. Drizzle with extra olive oil before serving, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

39g

Fat

19g

Carbs

5g