Sweet Potato Panzanella
“This is my favorite fall lunch dish. It is filled with flavour and texture but isn’t too high in calories.” —Mary Leverette, Columbia, South Carolina
| Servings | Prep Time |
| 8servings | 30minutes |
| Servings | Prep Time |
| 8servings | 30minutes |
Ingredients
- 2 cups cubed peeled sweet potatoes
- 4 cups cubed French bread
- 4 tbsp olive oil divided
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp 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
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°. Place sweet potatoes and water to cover in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, covered, just until tender, 8-12 minutes. Drain; cool slightly.
- Meanwhile, toss bread cubes with 2 tablespoons 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, 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.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition Facts
3/4 cup: 142 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 150mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fibre), 2g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 starch, 1-1/2 fat.
