Panzanella Lunch
The recipe Panzanell Head to the store and pick up onion, feta cheese, vine-ripened tomatoes, and a few other things to make it today. It is a good option if you're following a vegetarian diet.
Instructions
Cut the toasted bread into 1-inch pieces (you should have 2 cups).
Transfer to a portable container.
Add cucumber, red onion, tomatoes, and feta. Toss lightly.
Sprinkle mixture with vinegar, oil, and pepper to taste. Toss again. Salad is best marinated, when tomato juices have run into the bread. Keep at room temperature up to 3 hours, or refrigerate up to 6 hours.
Recommended wine: Chianti, Trebbiano, Verdicchio
Italian works really well with Chianti, Trebbiano, and Verdicchio. Italians know food and they know wine. Trebbiano and Verdicchio are Italian white wines that pair well with fish and white meat, while Chianti is a great Italian red for heavier, bolder dishes. The Castellani Chianti Annata with a 4.6 out of 5 star rating seems like a good match. It costs about 14 dollars per bottle.
Castellani Chianti Annata
Bright ruby red colored. The nose is intense and fruity with a violet fragrance and a slight hint of cherries and red currant. The palate is dry and balanced, lightly tannic which turns into velvety softness.Pairs well with delicious pastas to spicy pasta dishes. Ideal with roasts, steaks, and grilled veal.Blend: 90% Sangiovese, 10% Ciliegiolo