Panzanella Salad Recipe

• 1/2 long loaf of ciabatta or other crusty italian bread approx 8oz
• 1 clove garlic, crushed
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 lb cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, seeded and sliced thinly
• 1 med avocado, chopped coarsely
• 1/4 cup drained capers,rinsed
• 1 lg yellow bell pepper, chopped coarsely
• 2 14oz cans of cannellini or great northern beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
• Tomato Vinaigrette:
• 1/2 cup tomato juice
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 1/3 cup good olive oil
• Fresh cracked pepper, salt to taste

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