Low Sodium Homemade Bread Croutons
Elevate your salads, soups, and snacking game with these irresistibly crunchy Low Sodium Homemade Bread Croutons. This simple and wholesome recipe transforms day-old bread—whole grain or sourdough works best—into golden bites of perfection, all without the excessive sodium of store-bought varieties. Coated in a savory blend of olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, and aromatic herbs like oregano and thyme, these croutons are baked to crispy excellence in just 20 minutes. Perfect for meal prep, they’re a healthier, flavorful alternative that you can customize to your taste. Garnish with fresh parsley for an optional touch of color and freshness, and enjoy them fresh out of the oven or stored as a pantry staple for up to a week.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups day-old bread (preferably whole grain or sourdough)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Cut the day-old bread into bite-sized cubes, approximately 3/4-inch square, to make about 4 cups.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, and ground black pepper. Mix well to form a seasoned oil.
Step 4
Add the bread cubes to the mixing bowl and toss until they are well coated with the seasoned oil. Make sure each piece of bread is evenly covered.
Step 5
Spread the coated bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring they do not overlap.
Step 6
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the croutons are golden brown and crispy. Stir the croutons halfway through baking to ensure even crisping.
Step 7
Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes. The croutons will continue to crisp as they cool.
Step 8
Once cooled, garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired, and serve immediately, or store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1002.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2926.1 |
| Total Fat 72.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4672.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 472.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 39.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 47.7g | |
| Protein 86.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 987.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 25.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1222.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories