Low Fat Garlic Croutons
Transform your salads and soups with these irresistibly crispy, golden-brown Low Fat Garlic Croutons! Made with wholesome whole grain bread and seasoned lightly with garlic powder, dried parsley, and a pinch of salt and pepper, this recipe is the perfect guilt-free upgrade to your favorite meals. Utilizing a quick spritz of olive oil spray instead of heavy drizzles, these croutons deliver all the flavor and crunch you crave with significantly less fat. Ready in just 25 minutes, they’re easy to whip up and versatile enough to complement a Caesar salad, creamy tomato soup, or even your favorite casserole dish. Perfectly crunchy and bursting with garlicky herb goodness, these low-fat croutons will become a must-have staple for your kitchen!
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Ingredients
- 4 slices whole grain bread
- 1 seconds extra virgin olive oil spray
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2
Cut the whole grain bread slices into 1/2-inch cubes.
Step 3
Place the bread cubes in a large mixing bowl.
Step 4
Lightly spray the bread cubes with extra virgin olive oil spray while tossing them gently to ensure even coating. Aim for about 1 second of spray time to keep it low fat.
Step 5
Sprinkle garlic powder, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper over the bread cubes.
Step 6
Toss the bread cubes again to ensure they are evenly coated with the seasonings.
Step 7
Spread the seasoned bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the croutons are golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through the cooking time.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let them cool completely before serving with your favorite soup or salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (118.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 348.1 |
| Total Fat 6.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 1.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1062.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 56.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.0g | |
| Protein 17.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 143.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 326.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories