Fresh Tomato and Cucumber Salad with Buttery Garlic Croutons
Description
A simple fresh tomato and cucumber salad with homemade buttery garlic croutons with just the right amount of garlic.
Ingredients
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4 tablespoons Country Crock® Spread, divided
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2 cups Bread, italian
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1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
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1 cup sliced red onion
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2 large Tomatoes, red, ripe, raw
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1/2 medium Cucumber, with peel, raw
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1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
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2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
Directions
1
Melt 2 tablespoons Country Crock® Spread in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add bread cubes and cook, tossing frequently, until light golden, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with garlic and cook over low heat, tossing, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Remove and set aside.
2
Melt remaining 2 tablespoons Spread in same skillet over medium-high heat and cook onions, stirring occasionally, until light golden and crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
3
Put toasted bread cubes, onions, tomatoes, and cucumbers in large bowl; toss. Drizzle with vinegar and sprinkle with basil and toss.