Tuscan Bread Salad with Tomatoes and Basil

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound rustic coarse-textured stale bread
• 6 ripe medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded, and 1/2-inch dice
• 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
• 5 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 /2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper