Low Sodium Pangrattato
Elevate your meals with this flavorful and versatile Low Sodium Pangrattato, a healthier spin on the classic Italian breadcrumb topping. Crafted with day-old bread and infused with aromatic garlic, fresh thyme, and zesty lemon, this recipe delivers bold taste without the extra salt. Golden, toasted breadcrumbs are enriched with unsalted butter and a touch of black pepper for a satisfying crunch, while fresh parsley adds a vibrant finish. Perfect for sprinkling over pasta, soups, or salads, this dish is quick to prepare in under 30 minutes and ideal for anyone seeking delicious low-sodium alternatives. Whether you're adding texture or enhancing flavor, this simple yet elegant recipe is sure to be a staple in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams day-old bread
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Tear the day-old bread into small, bite-sized pieces. You want to end up with rough breadcrumbs, not uniform ones, to add variety in texture.
Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Add the bread pieces to the skillet. Stir well to coat the bread with the garlic-infused oil.
Stir in the fresh thyme leaves, ensuring they are evenly distributed among the bread pieces.
Add the lemon zest and continue to cook. Stir frequently, for about 10 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and crispy.
Reduce the heat to low and add the unsalted butter, allowing it to melt and coat the breadcrumbs. This adds richness without adding sodium.
Season the pangrattato with black pepper. Taste and adjust if necessary, remembering that this is a low sodium recipe.
Remove the skillet from heat and let the pangrattato cool slightly. Chop the fresh parsley and mix it into the cooled pangrattato.
Serve over pasta dishes, salads, or soups to add a delicious low-sodium crunch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1037 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.5 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.9 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 993 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 104.2 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.1 g | ||
| Protein | 19.3 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 338 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 371 mg | 8% | |
*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.
