Greek croutons are a crispy, flavorful addition to any salad, soup, or other dish. They can be easily made at home with just a few simple ingredients. This article will provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to make the best Greek croutons, including tips on how to select the right bread, how to season them perfectly, and how to toast them to crispy perfection. So whether you're looking for a quick and easy way to upgrade your next salad or you're simply craving a crunchy snack, keep reading to learn how to make the best Greek croutons.
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GREEK SALAD WITH CROUTONS
I wait all year for late summer when tomatoes are freshly in season, and there's no better way to showcase them than in a Greek salad. I'm using a bright variety of tomatoes that are perfectly sweet and juicy. Plus I'll share how to make homemade, unstructured breadcrumbs you can easily add to any salad.
Provided by Nancy Silverton
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Make croutons: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Pull 1- to 2-inch chunks from the inside of the sourdough bread and add to a small mixing bowl (you should have about 1 to 1½ cups of bread crumbs). Drizzle with the olive oil and season with salt, mixing well with your hands to combine. Spread the bread in a single layer on a large, rimmed baking sheet and toast for 25 minutes.
- Remove the croutons from the oven and set aside to cool. Marinate tomatoes: Remove and discard any stems. Cut into varying sizes, then place the cut tomatoes on a plate and season with salt. Drizzle with olive oil. Tear and scatter the basil and parsley leaves over the tomatoes.While the tomatoes are marinating, prepare the feta cheese. Drizzle the cheese with olive oil and freshly ground black pepper, and set aside.
- Make the vinaigrette: Combine the dried oregano, black pepper, salt, grated garlic clove, vinegar and extra-virgin olive oil.Slice and set the cucumber aside. Quarter the onion lengthwise, and slice into thin slivers. If you have time, rinse the raw onions in ice water. Set aside.
- Assemble the salad: Spoon the marinated tomatoes onto a serving platter. Dress the croutons with a little of the vinaigrette and toss to coat. Add the sliced cucumbers and onions to the croutons, then drizzle with a little more vinaigrette. Layer the mixture on top of the tomatoes. Scatter the olives around the salad, crumble the feta cheese on top, and add a little more oregano and olive oil to finish.
CROUTONS
This is great to make your own croutons for your salads, etc. When you make your own you know what goes into it and you are proud of your accomplishment. You can also add your own flavorings.
Provided by Carol
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Crouton Recipes
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Remove crusts from stale bread slices. Brush bread on both sides with melted butter. Cut bread slices up into small cubes. Sprinkle with garlic salt (if desired). Arrange cubes on an ungreased cookie sheet.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 15 minutes or until browned. Let cool. Store croutons in a covered container or plastic bag. Serve in soups or salads.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15.9 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 542.1 mg, Sugar 1.3 g
GREEK CROUTONS
My favorite way to make croutons for a greek salad or for a ceasar salad. They will keep in an airtight container for 3-4 days in your pantry. We love these! Also, good for brushing on pita bread before toasting to make pita chips! I found this in a food magazine and altered it to make it more to our taste, but I cannot remember which magazine!
Provided by SarahBeth
Categories Greek
Time 30m
Yield 2 cups bread crumbs, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Prejeat oven to 375°F.
- Put bread cubes in large bowl
- In small saucepan, heat oil and garlic, over med heat, until garlic begins to color.
- Cook garlic 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently and taking care to brown but not burn the garlic.
- Pour the oil through a strainer onto cubed bread.
- Gently toss until bread cubes are evenly coated.
- Trasnfer to baking sheet and toast the bread in oven, fipping occasionally, until golden on all sides, and still somewhat soft in middle, about 12 minutes.
- In the same bowl, mix remaining ingredients together and set aside.
- Return to bowl while still warm and toss with remaining crouton ingredients.
- Use with your favorite salad!
HOMEMADE CROUTONS
Learn how to make croutons at home with our simple recipe, method and top tips. These will make crunchy toppings for soups, salads and warming pasta bakes
Provided by Georgina Kiely - Digital food editor, bbcgoodfood.com
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Rub the whole garlic clove over both sides of the sourdough. Tear it into rough chunks and toss with the oil, a good pinch of salt and the seeds.
- Spread out on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 mins until golden and crisp. Mix with the chopped parsley. Sprinkle on soup or a salad for added crunch.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 4 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 18 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 0.53 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Slice the bread evenly. This will help the croutons cook evenly. Thicker slices will take longer to cook than thinner slices.
- Use a variety of breads. Experiment with different types of bread, such as sourdough, French bread, or whole wheat bread. Each type of bread will give the croutons a slightly different flavor and texture.
- Add seasonings and herbs. Common seasonings for croutons include garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt. You can also add herbs, such as rosemary, thyme, or oregano.
- Bake the croutons until they are golden brown and crispy. This will typically take about 10-15 minutes. Keep an eye on the croutons to make sure they don't burn.
Conclusion:
Greek croutons are a delicious and versatile way to add flavor and texture to your favorite dishes. You can use them in salads, soups, casseroles, and more. They are also a great snack on their own. So next time you have some leftover bread, don't throw it away. Turn it into delicious Greek croutons instead!
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