Bread Product,Snack | Vegetarian

Caesar Flavor Croutons

N/A Allergens: Wheat,Milk,Soy
Caesar Flavor Croutons

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Poaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Western
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Wheat Flour,Vegetable Oil,Cheese (Cow's Milk),Spices

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

Small pieces of toasted bread seasoned with garlic, Parmesan, and herbs, designed to complement Caesar salads.

Sensory Profile

TasteSalty,Savory,Garlicky,Cheesy,Umami
TextureCrispy,Crunchy,Dry
AromaGarlicky,Toasted Bread,Herbal
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 1/2 cup (15g)
Calories450 kcal
Total Fat18 g
Saturated Fat3 g
Trans Fat0.1 g
Cholesterol5 mg
Protein10 g
Total Carbohydrate60 g
Dietary Fiber3 g
Total Sugars2 g
Calcium50 mg
Iron2 mg
Potassium120 mg

Chef’s Secret

For superior texture and flavor, make your own croutons from day-old bread, tossing with olive oil, garlic powder, Parmesan, salt, and pepper before baking until golden.

Substitutions

Best Match

Homemade Toasted Bread Cubes

1:1

Best alternative, can be seasoned similarly for fresh crunch.

Plain Croutons

1:1

Provides crunch, but needs additional seasoning for Caesar flavor.

Crispy Fried Shallots/Onions

1:1

For a savory crunch, different flavor profile but effective.

Roasted Chickpeas

1:1

Gluten-free option, offers a similar crunch and can be seasoned.

Buying Guide

Look for evenly golden-brown croutons with robust seasoning. Check for absence of artificial flavors.

Flavor Pairings

Caesar Salad Tomato Soup French Onion Soup Chili.