Fiesta Nibbles

Cook: 50 min Serves: 6 Cuisine: Mexican

Fiesta Nibbles are crispy, flavorful snack bites featuring a zesty taco sauce coating, perfect for parties or casual gatherings, appealing to those who enjoy bold, savory flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 3 c. crispy corn-rice cereal
  • 3 c. crispy wheat or rice cereal squares
  • 2 c. tiny unsalted pretzels
  • 1/3 c. mild taco sauce
  • 1 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
  • 2 Tbsp. margarine, melted
  • 3 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Combine the crispy corn-rice cereal, crispy wheat or rice cereal squares, and tiny unsalted pretzels in a large bowl; stir well.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the mild taco sauce, ground cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder.
  3. Add the sauce mixture to the cereal mixture; toss gently to coat evenly.
  4. Add the grated Parmesan cheese; toss well.
  5. Spread the mixture evenly into a 15 x 10 x 1-inch jelly roll pan.
  6. Bake at 250°F for 50 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp.
  7. Let cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

700 kcal 35% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 26.1g 52% DV
Total Fat 32.3g 41% DV
Carbs 89.5g 33% DV
Fiber 14.7g 53% DV
Sugar 3.4g 7% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 1317.3mg 57% DV
Potassium 1478mg 31% DV
Cholesterol 5mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 396.8mcg 44% DV
Vitamin C 2.4mg 3% DV
Calcium 543.8mg 42% DV
Iron 24.9mg 100% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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