GREENS WITH HOMEMADE CROUTONS

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A lively salad of fresh greens gets a flavorful boost from homemade croutons baked with tarragon, thyme and basil. - Ann Bush, Colorado City, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

5 slices day-old French bread (1/2 inch thick), cubed
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
1 teaspoon minced fresh basil
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
DRESSING:
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash celery salt
SALAD:
2 cups spring mix salad greens
2 cups torn romaine or fresh baby spinach
1/2 small cucumber, thinly sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 green onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

Preheat oven to 325°. Place bread cubes in a bowl. Drizzle with butter; toss lightly. Sprinkle with seasonings; toss to combine. Arrange in a single layer on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake 14-18 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients. In a large bowl, combine salad ingredients. Just before serving, drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Top with croutons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Fat 23g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 386mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.