Panera Bread Tomato Mozzarella Salad Recipe

Capture the magic of Panera Bread's famous Tomato Mozzarella Salad with this easy-to-follow recipe! Perfect for a light lunch, a vibrant side dish, or a stunning appetizer, this salad bursts with the fresh flavors of summer. Juicy tomatoes, fragrant basil, and creamy mozzarella are tossed with a zesty dressing and served atop crispy bread wedges. This recipe is easily scaled to serve 4 as a main course or 8 as a delightful side. Get ready to savor the taste of summer!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 113.2 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 4.1 (12 Reviews)
Panera Bread Tomato Mozzarella Salad

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Panera Bread Tomato Mozzarella Salad

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How to Make Panera Bread Tomato Mozzarella Salad

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange baguette wedges on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden and crisp.
  2. In a large bowl, gently toss together the halved tomatoes, chopped basil, and thinly sliced red onion.
  3. Divide the tomato mixture evenly among the four bread wedges.
  4. Top each bread wedge with an equal amount of the mozzarella cheese cubes.
  5. Drizzle approximately 2 ounces of Italian dressing over each salad.
  6. Serve immediately. This salad can be served as a main course for 4 or as a side dish for 8.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

18g

Carbs

2g