Brunch Salad with Taco Croutons
- Ingredients:22
- Servings:20
- Calories per serving:720
Brunch Salad with Taco Croutons
- Ingredients:22
- Servings:20
- Calories per serving:720
Turn leftover bread, tossed in taco seasoning, into croutons for this and serve with a Black Bean Salsa in this on-trend brunch entrée.
Ingredient
Taco Spice Blend
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Chili powder | ---Value Not Available | 4 Tbsp |
| Cumin, ground | ---Value Not Available | 1 1/2 Tbsp |
| Black pepper, finely ground | ---Value Not Available | 1 Tbsp |
| Onion powder | ---Value Not Available | 1 1/2 tsp |
| Oregano, dried | ---Value Not Available | 1 1/2 tsp |
| Red pepper flakes | ---Value Not Available | 1 tsp |
| Garlic powder | ---Value Not Available | 1 tsp |
Biscuit Croutons
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Pillsbury™ Southern Style Easy Split™ Frozen Biscuit Dough, 3.17 oz (06249) | 2 lb | 10 each |
| Italian salad dressing | 1 lb 1.00 oz | 2 cups |
Black Bean Salsa
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Black beans, canned, rinsed, drained | 3 lb | 7 1/2 cups |
| Tomatoes, diced | 2 lb | 5 cups |
| Corn, IQF, thawed | 1 lb 12.00 oz | 5 cups |
| Green bell peppers, diced | 1 lb 11.00 oz | 5 cups |
| Carrots, shredded | 1 lb 4.00 oz | 5 cups |
| Red onions, diced | 7 oz | 1 1/4 cups |
| Black olives, sliced | 6 oz | 1 1/4 cups |
| Italian salad dressing | 1 lb 1.00 oz | 2 cups |
| Cilantro, fresh, chopped | ---Value Not Available | 1 1/4 cups |
Assembly
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Romaine lettuce, chopped | 7 lb 8.00 oz | 60 cups |
| Hard boiled egg, sliced | ---Value Not Available | 20 each |
| Cheddar cheese, shredded | 1 lb 4.00 oz | 5 cups |
| Avocados, sliced | ---Value Not Available | 5 each |
Instructions
- Taco Spice Blend
Combine chili powder, cumin, black pepper, onion powder, oregano, red pepper flakes and garlic powder in a small bowl.
Set aside until needed.
- Biscuit Croutons
Cut biscuits into 1/2-inch cubes.
Combine Italian dressing and 4 Tbsp Taco Spice Blend.
Toss biscuit cubes into dressing mixture; spread evenly on parchment-lined sheet pan.
Bake as directed below until dry and crisp; allow to cool for service.
| Bake | Temp | Time |
|---|---|---|
Convection Oven* |
250°F |
45-50 minutes |
*Rotate pans baked in convection oven one-half turn (180°) after 22 minutes of baking.
- Black Bean Salsa
Combine black beans, tomatoes, corn, green bell peppers, carrots, red onions and black olives.
Gently stir in Italian dressing, cilantro and 4 Tbsp Taco Spice Blend; keep chilled for service.
- Assembly
Add 3 cups romaine lettuce to individual serving bowl; top with 1 1/2 cups Black Bean Salsa.
Arrange 1 sliced egg and 1/4 of avocado on top.
Finish with 1/2 cup Biscuit Croutons and 1/4 cup shredded cheese; then serve.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories720
- Total Fat38g
- Protein26g
- Total Carbohydrate68g
- Sugars15g
Servings: 20
Serving Size: 1 salad
Amount Per Serving Calories : 720
| Food Component / Nutrient | Amount | % , Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 38g | 59% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 67% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 13g | % Value Not Available |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7g | % Value Not Available |
| Omega-3 | 1g | % Value Not Available |
| Cholesterol | 215mg | 72% |
| Sodium | 1550mg | 65% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68g | 23% |
| Dietary Fiber | 17g | 71% |
| Soluble Fiber | 2g | % Value Not Available |
| Insoluble Fiber | 15g | % Value Not Available |
| Sugars | 15g | % Value Not Available |
| Protein | 26g | % Value Not Available |
| Vitamin D | Value Not Available | 15% |
| Calcium | Value Not Available | 40% |
| Iron | Value Not Available | 40% |
| Potassium | 1390mg | 40% |
| Vitamin A | Value Not Available | 430% |
| Vitamin C | Value Not Available | 90% |
| Vitamin E | Value Not Available | 20% |
| Thiamin | Value Not Available | 30% |
| Riboflavin | Value Not Available | 40% |
| Niacin | Value Not Available | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | Value Not Available | 35% |
| Folic Acid | Value Not Available | 110% |
| Vitamin B12 | Value Not Available | 15% |
| Pantothenic Acid | Value Not Available | 20% |
| Phosphorus | Value Not Available | 45% |
| Magnesium | Value Not Available | 30% |
| Zinc | Value Not Available | 25% |
| Manganese | Value Not Available | 60% |
| Selenium | Value Not Available | 45% |
| Copper | Value Not Available | 20% |
| Beta-Carotene | Value Not Available | % Value Not Available |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. | ||
Exchanges
- Starch 2,
- Fruit ½,
- Other Carbohydrate 1&½,
- Skim Milk 0,
- Low-Fat Milk 0,
- Milk 0,
- Vegetable 2,
- Very Lean Meat 0,
- Lean Meat ½,
- Medium-Fat Meat 1,
- High-Fat Meat 1,
- Fat 4&½,
- Fruits ¼c,
- Vegetables 3&¼c,
- Grains 0oz-eq,
- Meat & Beans 3oz-eq,
- Dairy ½c,
- Fats & Oils 2tsp
Carbohydrate Choice
- Carbohydrate Choice4&½
