Greek Croutons
Transform your everyday bread into irresistible Greek Croutons, the ultimate Mediterranean-inspired topping for soups, salads, or snacking by the handful! Made with cubes of day-old bread like sourdough, pita, or baguette, these golden, oven-baked bites are infused with extra virgin olive oil, fragrant oregano, zesty lemon, and a touch of garlic. The croutons are baked to crispy perfection in under 15 minutes, offering a quick and easy way to elevate your dishes with bold, herbaceous flavor. Perfectly seasoned with a hint of salt and black pepper, these homemade Greek croutons add a satisfying crunch to every bite while giving a fresh, vibrant twist to traditional croutons. Store them for up to a week or use them immediately for a delightful Mediterranean flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups day-old bread (e.g., sourdough, pita, or baguette)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cut the day-old bread into 1-inch cubes, ensuring relatively even pieces for consistent cooking.
In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until evenly combined.
Add the bread cubes to the bowl and toss thoroughly, ensuring each piece is well-coated with the seasoning mixture.
Spread the seasoned bread cubes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between the pieces for even airflow.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the croutons are golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and allow the croutons to cool completely on the baking sheet. They will continue to crisp up as they cool.
Store the Greek croutons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, or use immediately to top salads, soups, or as a flavorful snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2907 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.7 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.8 g | 54% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5850 mg | 254% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 472.1 g | 172% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.2 g | 97% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.7 g | ||
| Protein | 86.7 g | 173% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 990 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 35.3 mg | 196% | |
| Potassium | 1165 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value 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.
