Seasoned with garlic powder and Italian seasoning, these Sourdough Croutons will be gone even before you add them to your salad.
You want to know my secret trick in getting my nephews to finish their salads? It’s by adding these delicious sourdough croutons. No more negotiating or complaining, their bowls are cleared within minutes. Shocking, I know, but when you taste these mouthwatering croutons, you’ll know why. Seasoned with garlic powder, Italian herbs, sea salt, and finely ground black pepper, these sourdough croutons are packed with flavor. The garlic powder adds a delicious boost of garlicky umami flavor, while the medley of dried herbs in the Italian seasonings gives it that familiar aromatic taste.
In the past few weeks, these croutons have become so popular in my house that I occasionally make them as a garnish whenever I’m steaming or roasting veggies. While it might sound a bit odd to sprinkle some croutons on a plate of steamed broccoli, if it gets the picky eaters around my table to finish their veggies, then I’ll be making these croutons every night. If you don’t have sourdough bread, don’t fret. You can easily make these croutons with whatever bread you have on hand, from focaccia to flatbread, it will surely be delicious.
What even is sourdough bread, and where can I buy it?
For those of you who don’t know, sourdough bread is a type of naturally leavened bread that uses a fermented mixture of flour and water—referred to as the starter—rather than commercial baking yeast. It’s well-known for its tangy flavor, chewy texture, and crispy, golden-brown crust provided by the wild yeast and lactic bacteria that are grown over its long fermentation period. You can find sourdough bread being sold at most grocery stores. If you can buy it from a local bakery in your town, even better!
How do I store leftovers?
You can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. You can also freeze it for up to 2 months if stored in a freeze-safe container. To defrost, I recommend leaving it in your refrigerator for around 6-8 hours until it’s completely thawed. You can reheat it in an oven set to 375°F for around 10-15 minutes until heated through.
Serving suggestions
If you haven’t munched on all of them yet as a snack, these sourdough croutons add a satisfying crunch to salads like this mouthwatering Caesar Salad and this delicious Arugula Caprese Salad With Lemon-Basil Dressing. You can also toss it into this lovely Tomato Salad or even this Quinoa Bowl Recipe (With Sweet Potatoes) for added crunchy texture. Looking for a creative garnish for this tomato Gazpacho Recipe? Try adding a few of these sourdough croutons for a tasty, crunchy garnish.
Sourdough Croutons
Ingredients
- 4 cups day-old sourdough bread cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the bread cubes in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently until evenly coated. Spread the cubes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the croutons are golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oven and let cool completely before serving.
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