All-Purpose Croutons

Vegetarian
All-Purpose Croutons
45 min.
8
69kcal

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Looking for a simple yet versatile side dish to elevate your salads, soups, or even just to munch on as a snack? Look no further! The All-Purpose Croutons recipe is a vegetarian delight that's not only easy to make but also customizable to your taste preferences. Perfect for those who love to experiment in the kitchen, this recipe allows you to choose your favorite dried herbs to sprinkle over the freshly melted butter-drenched bread pieces. With a prep time of just 10 minutes and a baking time of about 15 minutes at 375°F, you'll have a batch of these crunchy, golden croutons ready in no time. Whether you're preparing a quick lunch, a fancy dinner, or just need a satisfying snack, these croutons are sure to hit the spot. Plus, they're a fantastic way to use up those leftover hamburger or hot dog buns, making it an eco-friendly recipe as well. So, why not give your taste buds a treat and whip up a batch of these All-Purpose Croutons today? Your salads, soups, and perhaps even your cheese boards will never be the same again.

Ingredients

  •  hotdog buns 
  • teaspoons seasoning dried italian (such as oregano, thyme, basil, or an herb mix)
  • servings kosher salt 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted melted

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • aluminum foil
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375 F.
  2. Cut the buns into 1-inch pieces and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  3. Drizzle with the butter, sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and the herbs, and toss.
  4. Bake, turning once, until crisp and golden, about 15 minutes.
  5. Transfer the sheet of parchment or foil and croutons off the pan to a counter to cool. (You can store the croutons in a resealable plastic bag in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories69kcal
Protein6.49%
Fat60.84%
Carbs32.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.38
Glycemic Load
3.19
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.791739097432%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:68.61kcal
3.43%
Fat:4.7g
7.22%
Saturated Fat:2.79g
17.46%
Carbohydrates:5.67g
1.89%
Net Carbohydrates:5.27g
1.92%
Sugar:0.8g
0.89%
Cholesterol:11.29mg
3.76%
Sodium:246.98mg
10.74%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.13g
2.26%
Selenium:2.97µg
4.24%
Manganese:0.08mg
4.22%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.92%
Vitamin K:3.99µg
3.8%
Iron:0.55mg
3.06%
Folate:11.33µg
2.83%
Vitamin A:139.81IU
2.8%
Calcium:24.67mg
2.47%
Vitamin B3:0.47mg
2.35%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.12%
Fiber:0.4g
1.62%
Vitamin E:0.24mg
1.61%
Phosphorus:12.73mg
1.27%
Source:My Recipes