Heart-Healthy Olive Garden Breadsticks
Transform your favorite restaurant-style breadsticks into a guilt-free indulgence with these *Heart-Healthy Olive Garden Breadsticks*! Crafted with a wholesome blend of whole wheat and all-purpose flours, these lighter breadsticks strike the perfect balance between fluffy and flavorful. Infused with extra virgin olive oil and naturally sweetened with honey, each bite is seasoned to perfection with a garlic and Italian herb topping, then finished with a fragrant garlic-parsley glaze. Surprisingly easy to make, this recipe requires just 20 minutes of preparation and minimal effort to create a batch of golden brown breadsticks that pair beautifully with soups, salads, or pasta. Ideal for anyone seeking a nutritious alternative to their favorite comfort food, these crowd-pleasers are perfect for any meal or occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole wheat flour
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 packet Active dry yeast
- 1 cup Warm water
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, honey, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5 minutes until the yeast becomes foamy.
Add the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, olive oil, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough begins to form.
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a 9-inch breadstick.
Arrange the breadsticks on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each.
In a small bowl, mix garlic powder and Italian seasoning. Lightly brush the tops of the breadsticks with olive oil and sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly over them.
Finely mince the garlic cloves and mix with remaining olive oil and fresh parsley.
Bake the breadsticks for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Remove from the oven and immediately brush with the garlic-parsley olive oil mixture while they are still warm.
Serve warm and enjoy these heart-healthy breadsticks with your favorite soup or salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1601 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.0 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2387 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 290.9 g | 106% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.0 g | 125% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.9 g | ||
| Protein | 48.5 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 154 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 16.7 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 1389 mg | 30% | |
*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.
