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The Delicious Boxed Snack That Should Replace Your Salad Croutons Immediately By Erica Martinez Nov. 11, 2025 10:00 pm EST

Many people agree that salads are much more satisfying with a lot of contrasting flavors and textures. Crisp lettuce, creamy dressing, chewy bacon or dried fruit are common ingredients, but a salad just isn't complete without the crunch of croutons. A lot of people use stale French bread for croutons , but really they can be made from surprising sources, like cornbread and the breakfast favorite, bagels . As it turns out, croutons don't even necessarily need to be made from bread at all; in fact, Cheez-It crackers can add major crunch, flavor, and interest to many kinds of salads.

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