MUSHROOM PANZANELLA

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My variation on Italian bread salad pairs nicely with grilled or roasted meats. It offers a sensational blend of tastes and textures.-Jennifer Beckman, Falls Church, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

4 cups cubed sourdough bread
6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1 pound sliced fresh assorted mushrooms (such as shiitake, oyster and cremini)
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon stone-ground mustard
1 teaspoon honey
4 cups fresh arugula
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
2 tablespoons golden raisins
2 ounces fresh goat cheese, crumbled

Steps:

Preheat oven to 450°. In a large bowl, combine bread, 2 tablespoons oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt; toss to coat. Transfer to an ungreased baking sheet. Bake 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Cool to room temperature., Combine mushrooms, 2 tablespoons oil, garlic and 1/4 teaspoon salt; transfer to a greased baking sheet. Bake at 450° 10-12 minutes or until tender., In a large bowl, whisk vinegar, mustard, honey and remaining oil and salt. Add arugula, tomatoes, pine nuts, raisins, toasted bread and mushrooms; toss to coat. Sprinkle with goat cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 506mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges