Vegan Pumpernickel Croutons
Elevate your salads, soups, and grain bowls with these irresistible Vegan Pumpernickel Croutons! Made from hearty, rich pumpernickel bread and seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, oregano, thyme, paprika, and a touch of salt and pepper, these crispy morsels are baked to golden perfection in just 20 minutes. The use of olive oil ensures they’re fully plant-based while creating the perfect crunch. Perfect for meal prep, these croutons can be stored for up to a week, making them a versatile, flavor-packed addition to your favorite dishes. Add these homemade vegan croutons to your repertoire for a unique twist that enhances every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams pumpernickel bread
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cut the pumpernickel bread into roughly 1-inch cubes and place them into a large mixing bowl.
Drizzle the olive oil over the bread cubes, ensuring they are evenly coated.
In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and ground black pepper.
Sprinkle the spice mixture over the oiled bread cubes, and gently toss everything together with your hands or a large spatula until the cubes are well coated with spices and oil.
Spread the spiced bread cubes in an even layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake the bread cubes in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they are golden and crisp.
Remove the croutons from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet.
Once cool, serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
958 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.8 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2822 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.6 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.0 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 24.7 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 213 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 646 mg | 14% | |
*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.
