Crumbled as a topping for casseroles or salads

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Crumbled as a topping for casseroles or salads refers to a variety of foods—most commonly cheeses like feta, goat cheese, or blue cheese, but also crispy fried onions or breadcrumbs—that are broken into small, irregular pieces. These toppings are used to add texture, flavor, and visual appeal to dishes like green bean casseroles, pasta bakes, or garden salads. While the concept is global, the specific ingredients often point to Mediterranean or American culinary traditions.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

If the crumble is cheese-based, it is typically high in fat and protein, with a moderate calorie count (around 70-100 calories per ounce). Key nutrients include calcium, phosphorus, and, in the case of blue cheese, probiotics. For breadcrumb or onion-based crumbles, they are higher in carbohydrates and fats from frying or oil, with fewer significant micronutrients.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	110 kcal
Protein	7 g
Carbs	1 g
Fat	9 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	0.5 g
Sodium	180 mg
Calcium	200 mg
Phosphorus	150 mg
Vitamin A	250 IU
Vitamin B12	0.3 mcg
Riboflavin	0.1 mg
Zinc	1.0 mg
Selenium	5 mcg
Vitamin D	0.2 mcg

Per 1/4 cup (28 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the act of 'crumbling' a topping is a simple yet transformative culinary technique that can elevate a humble dish. Nutritionally, a cheese crumble provides a concentrated source of energy and nutrients, while a breadcrumb crumble is often more about adding satisfying crunch than nutritional value.