Vegan Garlic Croutons

Homemade vegan garlic croutons are quick and easy to make, and they are a phenomenal addition to salads and soups. Once you learn how to make these flavorful vegan croutons, you may never purchase store-bought croutons again. The homemade version is so much better, and the best part of all, when you make them yourself, you know what’s in them.

There are many recipes that are greatly enhanced by flavorful homemade vegan croutons. My favorite recipes for croutons are Vegan Caesar Salad or Cherry Tomato Soup.

So, if you have a few pieces of bread, even stale bread that you don’t know what to do with? – Make Croutons. The bread will be transformed into a delicious snack right before your eyes.

Others Recipes You May Like:

• Vegan Caesar Salad
• Cherry Tomato Soup
• Vegan Parmesan Topping (Cheese)
• Cassava Crackers
• Homemade Whole Grain Bread
• Roasted Garlic and Fresh Rosemary Dutch Oven Bread

Why Do I Think You Will Like This Vegan Crouton Recipe?

• It’s easy to make
• It’s a wonderful snack
• Will tickle your tastebuds with extra flavors
• Practically addictive – I rarely have leftovers
• Is vegan and plant-based
• Add crunchy texture to soups and salads
• Can be make with your favorite type of bread
• A great way to use stale bread that you don’t know what to do with

What Are Vegan Croutons?

• Croutons are cubed bread, seasoned, and baked for texture and flavor to add to soups and salad, though they are delicious as a snack also.
• Vegan croutons are made with plant-based ingredients.
• Make it with your favorite bread, french bread, whole wheat bread, etc.

Ingredient List:

• cubed bread
• olive oil
• garlic cloves
• fresh minced parsley
• salt

How to Make Vegan Croutons?

Step 1:

• Cube the bread.

Step 2:

• In a large pot, heat oil and sauté minced garlic and parsley. Keep an eye on the garlic. Garlic burns easily, and burned garlic does not taste good. It should only take about a minute.
• Stir in salt.

Step 3:

• Turn off the heat and add cubed bread.
• Stir to coat.

Step 4:

• Add cubed bread to a lined baking sheet. Make sure the bread cubes do not overlap. Keep them in a single layer.
• Bake at 375 F for about 15 minutes.
• Let cool.
• Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

Step 5:

• Add the Vegan Croutons to your favorite soup and salad recipes.

Recipe Variations:

• If you do not like garlic, omit the garlic.
• If you don’t have fresh garlic, use garlic powder.
• Customize according to your taste: add Italian Seasoning, onion powder, dill, basil, rosemary, or nutritional yeast. Be creative.
• Experiment with different types of bread:
• whole wheat bread
• quick whole wheat
• rosemary garlic bread
• Some prefer to leave the crust on their croutons; others prefer to cut the crust off prior to cubing the bread.

Allergy-Friendly Options:

Gluten-Free: Use Gluten-free Bread.
Oil-Free: substitute the olive oil with tahini or blend canned green olives in water from the can and use it as oil.
Nut-Free: Use nut-free bread
Soy-Free: Use soy-free bread

Special Equipment or Tools:

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• Helpful to have a good serrated knife to cut bread
• A sharp knife to mince garlic and parsley
• Cutting board
• Baking sheet
• Silicone Baking Sheet Liner or Parchment Paper. This will cut down on the oil needed to keep the croutons from sticking to the baking sheet.
• Large pot to saute garlic.

Frequently Asked Questions:

What Are Croutons Made of?

Croutons are made from cubed bread, then seasoned and baked.

What Type of Bread Makes the Best Croutons?

• Almost any bread can be used to make great croutons.
• Sourdough, French, or whole wheat bread all make wonderful croutons.

How Long Will Vegan Croutons Last?

• Croutons will last up to two weeks in an airtight container.
• You can refresh the croutons in the oven for a few minutes if they go stale.
• Vegan Croutons will last in the freezer for up to 6 weeks.

Should I Store the Croutons in the Freezer?

• Yes, you can store the croutons in the freezer for up to 8 weeks. Make sure to keep them in a freezer bag or freezer container.
• When ready to use, thaw them in the oven at 300F for a few minutes, and they are ready to serve.

Are Croutons Hard?

Yes, croutons are crunchy in texture.

Are All Croutons Vegan?

No, most store-bought croutons are made with dairy.

Is it Better to Store the Vegan Croutons at Room Temperature or in the Fridge?

Croutons are best stored at room temperature. Moisture from the fridge can make the crouton soft and stale. Not to worry, reheat in the oven at 300F for a few minutes to refresh.

Can I Use Dried Herbs Instead of Fresh Ones?

Absolutely – either fresh or dried will work.

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