Mixed Salad with Parmesan Croutons Recipe

Name: Mixed Salad with Parmesan Croutons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 slices whole wheat bread sandwich bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 tablespoons parmesan, parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated plus extra for serving; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or as needed; 1 x salt and black pepper to taste; 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1/2 tablespoon white wine vinegar; 3 tablespoons olive oil, extra-virgin; 1/2 tablespoon honey or sugar, or more or less to taste; 1/2 tablespoon dijon mustard; 1 x salt and black pepper to taste; 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved, 2 cups; 1 each sweet red bell peppers slice into 1/4-inch strips; 1/4 each red onion hallved and thinly sliced; 1 bunch romaine lettuce torn

Servings: persons

4 slices whole wheat bread sandwich bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons parmesan, parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated plus extra for serving
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or as needed
1 x salt and black pepper to taste
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 tablespoon white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil, extra-virgin
1/2 tablespoon honey or sugar, or more or less to taste
1/2 tablespoon dijon mustard
1 x salt and black pepper to taste
1 pint cherry tomatoes halved, 2 cups
1 each sweet red bell peppers slice into 1/4-inch strips
1/4 each red onion hallved and thinly sliced
1 bunch romaine lettuce torn

1
Preheat oven to 350F (180C).
2
In a medium bowl, add bread cubes, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt and black pepper to taste.
3
Gently toss until well combined.
4
Spread bread cubes onto a baking sheet in a single layer.
5
Bake for about 20 minutes, or until bread cubes become crunchy and golden-brown.
6
Stir once half way through
7
Meanwhile add lemon juice, vinegar, oil, honey or sugar, mustard, salt and black pepper in a large bowl, and whisk until well blended.
8
Once croutons are ready, add cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, and lettuce into large bowl with dressing.
9
Toss until well coated and mixed.
10
Top with croutons and sprinkle with more Parmesan on top.
11
Serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 slices whole wheat bread sandwich bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 4 tablespoons parmesan, parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated plus extra for serving, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or as needed, and more.

Yes, Mixed Salad with Parmesan Croutons falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mixed Salad with Parmesan Croutons

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Variations & substitutions

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