How to make it

  • Rinse beans thoroughly in colander under cold running water, picking out debris and any blemished beans.
  • Soak overnight, then cook beans according to package directions.
  • Preheat broiler.
  • Cut bread into 3/4-inch cubes with serrated knife. Place on baking sheet.
  • Broil, 4-inches from heat, 3 minutes or until golden brown, stirring after 2 minutes; set aside.
  • Cut tomatoes into halves. Remove stems. Scrape out seeds with spoon; discard. Chop enough tomato into small pieces to measure 1 cup. Set aside.
  • Cut ends from cucumber; discard. Peel outer skin with vegetable peeler.
  • Cut cucumber lengthwise in half. Remove seeds from center of each half with spoon; discard.
  • Cut seeded cucumber into 1/4-inch thick slices. Chop slices into 1/4-inch pieces to measure 1/3 cup.
  • Combine tomatoes, cucumber, beans, onion, oil, basil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper in large bowl.
  • Stir in bread just before serving.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Garnish with basil leaves if desired.

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  • marky90 16 years ago
    I like this, healthy..No Mayo(egad) but fresh and
    fabulous. Thanks, Marky
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    " It was excellent "
    dtour ate it and said...
    Healthy and tasty...thank you!!!
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    " It was excellent "
    jimrug1 ate it and said...
    Very cool salad thanks......... Jim
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  • desertgal 16 years ago
    Sounds good!
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    " It was excellent "
    mao65 ate it and said...
    I don't remember the beans, but I love this recipe and the beans could make it a main dish instead of a side dish. Nice post! Marcia
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    " It was excellent "
    jenniferbyrdez ate it and said...
    I have been looking for this recipe. Don't remember the beans? But I'll take your word for it. Thank you hon.
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  • bluewaterandsand 16 years ago
    This does sound delicious! I like Red Wine Vinegar.
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    " It was excellent "
    vickycummins ate it and said...
    This sounds delish!!! I have to mark this for summer. Can't wait to make this.
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