Paprika & parmesan croutons

Transform your salads and soups with these irresistible Paprika & Parmesan Croutons! Made with white bread, olive oil, smoky paprika, and rich parmesan cheese, these easy-to-make croutons add the perfect crunch and flavor to any dish. Ready in minutes and full of bold taste, they're a delicious upgrade you'll love.

29 Apr 2024
Cook time 15 min
Prep time 10 min
4 Servings
4 Ingredients

Paprika & parmesan croutons are the perfect way to add a flavorful crunch to your salads, soups, or even as a tasty snack. Easy to make and requiring just a few ingredients, these croutons will elevate your dishes with their savory and slightly smoky taste.

Ingredients:

4 slices white bread

140g

2 tbsp olive oil

27g

1 tsp paprika

1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese

27g

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Prepare Bread: Take the 4 slices of white bread and cut them into small cubes, roughly about 1-inch pieces, for croutons. You can discard the crusts if you prefer softer croutons, but keeping them on will provide additional texture.

3. Mix Seasoning: In a large mixing bowl, combine the 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 teaspoon of paprika. Stir well to ensure the paprika is evenly distributed throughout the oil.

4. Coat Bread: Add the bread cubes to the bowl with the seasoned oil. Use a spatula or your hands to toss the bread cubes, making sure each piece is lightly coated with the paprika and olive oil mixture.

5. Add Parmesan: Sprinkle the 1/3 cup of grated parmesan cheese over the seasoned bread cubes. Toss again to ensure an even distribution of the cheese over the croutons.

6. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the coated bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Make sure they aren’t piled on top of each other so they can cook evenly and become crispy.

7. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven. Bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the croutons are golden brown and crunchy. You should stir or flip the croutons halfway through the baking time to ensure they cook evenly on all sides.

8. Cool and Store: Once baked, remove the croutons from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cooled, you can use them immediately or store them in an airtight container for up to a week.

Tips:

- Use slightly stale bread: Using slightly stale bread can help the croutons become extra crispy when baked.

- Mix ingredients well: Ensure that the bread cubes are evenly coated with olive oil, paprika, and parmesan to maximize flavor.

- Bake evenly: Spread the bread cubes in a single layer on the baking sheet to ensure they bake evenly and become uniformly crispy.

- Store properly: Once cooled, store the croutons in an airtight container to keep them fresh and crunchy for up to a week.

Enjoy your freshly made paprika & parmesan croutons! Whether tossed into a Caesar salad, sprinkled over a bowl of tomato soup, or simply eaten on their own, these croutons are sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size	50 grams
Energy
Calories 120kcal	5%
Protein
Protein 5g	4%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 18g	5%
Fiber 1.24g	3%
Sugar 2.00g	2%
Fat
Fat 10g	12%
Saturated 2.28g	8%
Cholesterol 6mg	-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 45ug	5%
Choline 7mg	1%
Vitamin B1 0.18mg	15%
Vitamin B2 0.12mg	9%
Vitamin B3 1.80mg	11%
Vitamin B6 0.06mg	4%
Vitamin B9 40ug	10%
Vitamin B12 0.09ug	4%
Vitamin C 0.01mg	0%
Vitamin E 0.47mg	3%
Vitamin K 1.19ug	1%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 140mg	10%
Copper, Cu 0.05mg	0%
Iron, Fe 1.47mg	13%
Magnesium, Mg 14mg	3%
Phosphorus, P 81mg	7%
Potassium, K 80mg	2%
Selenium, Se 11ug	19%
Sodium, Na 280mg	19%
Zinc, Zn 0.65mg	6%
Water
Water 14g	-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Paprika & parmesan croutons

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