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Chatham Village Traditional Cut Croutons, Caesar
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Chatham Village Traditional Cut Croutons, Caesar

Chatham Village
5 oz
Available at Foodtown
35
Calories
1g
Protein
50mg
Sodium
44
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Chatham Village Traditional Cut Croutons, Caesar is a small, shelf-stable snack-sized package of seasoned toasted bread pieces you’d spot in the salad toppings aisle—often shelved near other croutons, salad dressings, canned soups, and packaged salad kits. It fits into quick grocery runs for weeknight dinners, weekend entertaining, or as a last-minute salad add-on for a potluck. The brand name suggests a heritage, value-oriented private-label positioning: familiar, approachable, and aimed at shoppers who want convenience and an immediately recognizable flavor without premium pricing. Packaging is typically a clear or semi-clear plastic bag or small box showing the crunchy pieces inside; labeling highlights flavor (Caesar) and may call out simple-sounding elements like “butter” or “made with real garlic,” but it’s not organic and lacks baby/kid-focused graphics. You won’t find big “natural” or health halo certifications—this is a pantry convenience product. Sensory-wise, expect small, uniformly cubed croutons with a crisp, dry crunch and a savory, garlicky-buttery Caesar seasoning; salt and a slightly toasted bread aroma are prominent. Rituals around use are straightforward: sprinkled over salads, stirred into soups for texture, or eaten as a crunchy snack by hand. In plain terms, these are factory-made toasted bread pieces seasoned with added flavors and color—baked, toasted, and packaged at scale rather than prepared fresh in-store. They occupy a practical, everyday role in American grocery culture as a convenient texture booster for home meals and casual gatherings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 tbsp
Servings per Container: 20
Calories35
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1.5g2%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium50mg2%
Total Carbohydrate4g1%
Protein1g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Enriched, Wheat, Flour, (Wheat, Flour,, Malted, Barley, Flour,, Niacin,, Ferrous, Sulfate,, Thiamine, Mononitrate,, Riboflavin,, Folic, Acid),, Canola, Oil,, Whole, Wheat, Flour,, Dehydrated, Garlic,, Rye, Flour,, Salt,, Water,, Yeast,, Caramel, Color,, Natural, Butter, Flavor, (a, Milk, Ingredient),, Caraway, Seed,, Wheat, Gluten,, Ascorbic, Acid, (Vitamin, C)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Canola Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Caramel Color - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains refined/enriched flours, added oils, caramel color, and a ‘natural butter flavor’—ingredients and industrial processing steps typical of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Chatham Village Traditional Cut Croutons, Caesar

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective! These croutons are low in calories at just 35 per serving, making them a nice addition to salads without piling on the calories. However, they are not particularly high in fiber or protein, so while they can add crunch and flavor, they shouldn't be the mainstay of your diet.

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