Low Fat Garlic Croutons
Elevate your soups and salads with these irresistibly crispy and flavorful Low Fat Garlic Croutons! Crafted with wholesome whole grain bread, a light spray of extra virgin olive oil, and a savory blend of garlic powder, dried parsley, and spices, these homemade croutons deliver all the crunch without the excess calories of traditional store-bought varieties. Perfectly baked to golden perfection in just 15 minutes, they're an easy, healthy addition to any meal. Whether you're looking to lighten up your Caesar salad or add texture to a hearty soup, these quick-to-make croutons are the ultimate guilt-free topping. Try this simple and flavorful recipe today!
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cut the whole grain bread slices into 1/2-inch cubes.
Place the bread cubes in a large mixing bowl.
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.
Sprinkle garlic powder, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper over the bread cubes.
Toss the bread cubes again to ensure they are evenly coated with the seasonings.
Spread the seasoned bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the croutons are golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through the cooking time.
Remove from the oven and let them cool completely before serving with your favorite soup or salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
348 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.3 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1062 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.2 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.0 g | ||
| Protein | 17.2 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 143 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 327 mg | 7% | |
*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.
