Forget Croutons And Make These Crunchy Protein-Packed Salad Toppers Instead - Chowhound

Kseniya Ovchinnikova/Getty Images It's crunchy, flavorful, and perfect for salads — and no, it's not classic croutons. We're here to make the case for making a toasted mixture of protein-packed seeds and nuts for adding the best texture to your salad. This topping not only contributes crunch, it also boosts your salad's nutritional value — plus, it is a naturally gluten-free option. While we love a good crouton,…