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seasoned croutons for salads

Homemade Croutons

Diana Rattray
These croutons are crunchy bites that elevate salads with their irresistible texture and savory taste! Croutons add a toothsome, flavorful contrast to fresh greens.
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Servings 8 servings
Calories 166
Course Bread, Salads
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic granules
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Dash dried thyme
  • 10 slices bread, cut into cubes, about 3 cups cubed
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  • Heat the oven to 375 F and gather the ingredients.
    Ingredients for croutons.
  • Combine the Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic granules, oregano, salt, pepper, and thyme in a food storage bag. Add the cubed bread and toss. Ad the olive oil to the bag and toss until the bread cubes are well-coated..
    Combining the crouton ingredients in a bag.
  • Arrange the seasoned bread cubes in a single layer on a large rimmed baking sheet. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring and turning about halfway through the baking time.
    croutons on a baking sheet
  • Remove the pan to a rack and allow the croutons to cool completely before using or storing them.
    homemade croutons on a salad.

Nutrition

Calories: 166kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 271mgPotassium: 55mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 17IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 61mgIron: 1mg

Disclaimer:

Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.

Keyword bread, croutons, homemade croutons, salad topping, salads, soup garnish
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