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panzanella

/ˌpæn.zəˈnel.ə/
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noun

Panzanella is a salad from Italy made with stale bread, tomatoes, onions, olive oil, and vinegar. It is usually served cold, especially in warm weather.

  • We had panzanella for lunch.
  • The panzanella was fresh and filling.
  • She made panzanella with leftover bread.

Adinary Nuance

Panzanella is not just any bread salad. It specifically means an Italian salad that uses bread soaked with dressing and juice from tomatoes. Compared with a crouton salad, the bread is softer, not crisp. Compared with a regular mixed salad, panzanella is heartier and more rustic.

In other languages

Vietnamese
salad bánh mì
Spanish
ensalada de pan
Chinese
面包沙拉
Japanese
パンのサラダ
Korean
빵 샐러드

Etymology

The word comes from Italian, probably from panzana, a word for soaked bread or a bread dish. It became known in English through Italian food writing and restaurant menus.

Common phrases

tomato panzanellaclassic panzanellapanzanella salad

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Frequently asked questions

Is panzanella a common English word?
It is not very common in everyday English. You will mostly see it in food writing, menus, and recipes.
Is panzanella the same as bread salad?
It is a type of bread salad, but the Italian style is specific. The bread is usually soaked, not crunchy.
How do you use panzanella in a sentence?
You can say, 'We ordered panzanella at the restaurant.'
Is panzanella formal or informal?
It is neutral, but it sounds like a food term. People use it in menus, cooking, and restaurant talk.