Panatella with Mozzarella - Red, White and Blue Foods

For the salad...

1 cucumber, cubed

3-4 tomatoes, sliced

1 pound fresh mozzarella, cubed

½ sweet onion, cut into slivers

Bread for serving, cubed and toasted

For the dressing...

Equal parts vinegar (such as red wine) and oil

1 teaspoon minced garlic

1 teaspoon onion

1 teaspoon basil

1 teaspoon oregano

Parmesan (to taste)

Salt and pepper (to taste)

Mix cucumber, tomatoes, mozzarella and sweet onion. In separate bowl, mix vinegar, oil, garlic, onion, basil, oregano, parmesan, salt and pepper. Stir dressing until well combined. Mix dressing with salad and serve over toasted bread cubes. If desired, garnish with fresh basil and balsamic glaze.