SWEET POTATO PANZANELLA

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This is my favorite lunch dish during the fall season. Every bite is filled with flavor and texture, but it isn't too high in calories. -Mary M. Leverette, Columbia, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 cups cubed peeled sweet potatoes
4 cups cubed French bread
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 cups fresh baby spinach
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup minced fresh basil
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/3 cup red wine vinegar

Steps:

Preheat oven to 450°. Place the sweet potatoesin a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, covered, just until tender, 8-12 minutes. Drain; cool slightly., Meanwhile, toss the bread cubes with 2 Tbsp. oil, salt and pepper. Spread evenly in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. pan. Bake until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl; cool slightly., Add spinach, red onion, herbs and sweet potatoes to toasted bread. In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar and remaining oil. Drizzle over salad; toss gently to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 150mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic exchanges