Vegan Croutons
These crunchy vegan croutons are perfect for salads, soups, and munching. They're ready in minutes and have that delicious buttery flavor with all the right seasonings.
Servings 12 servings
Calories 138kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
Vegan Croutons
- 1 loaf crusty French bread (whole wheat, white, or gluten-free, cut into 1-inch pieces. Approximately 4 cups)
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F/190°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to make cleanup easy.
- Use a serrated knife to cut the bread into thick slices and then cut the bread into ½-inch to ¾-inch cubes. Transfer the cubes to the prepared pan.
- Drizzle the bread cubes with olive oil and toss to coat.
- Combine the seasonings and sprinkle evenly over the cubes. Toss to coat.
- Spread seasoned cubes in a single layer on the pan. Bake until crispy, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
- Serve immediately or transfer to an airtight container. They will keep at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Notes
Seasoning variations to try:
- Chili Lime Croutons – add lime zest and chili powder.
- “Cheesy” Croutons – toss with nutritional yeast and vegan parmesan.
- Smoky BBQ Croutons – mix in a pinch of smoked paprika or liquid smoke.
Nutrition
Calories: 138kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 365mg | Potassium: 49mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg
