Super Seed Granola with Goji Berries
Recipe by Charity Ferreira | Photo by Erin Kunkel
This toasty, vanilla-scented granola is packed with super seeds: Flax, sesame, and pumpkin seeds offer a powerful punch of nutrients, like magnesium, iron, and zinc. This is also a great way to try goji berries, but dried cranberries, cherries, raisins, or any favorite dried fruit adds chew. Sprinkle the granola over yogurt or use it to top your next smoothie bowl.
Ingredients
4 cups (12 oz/375 g) rolled oats
½ cup (2½ oz/45 g) chopped raw almonds
¼ cup (1 oz/30 g) pepitas (raw hulled pumpkin seeds)
3 tablespoons whole flax seeds
3 tablespoons raw sesame seeds
¼ cup (2 fl oz/60 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
½ cup (5½ oz/170 g) maple syrup
¼ cup (3 oz/90 g) honey
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Salt
½ cup (3 oz/90 g) dried goji berries, cranberries, or cherries
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Lightly oil a large rimmed baking sheet.
In a large bowl, combine the oats, almonds, pepitas, flax seeds, and sesame seeds.
In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stir together the olive oil, maple syrup, honey, vanilla, and ¼ teaspoon salt. When the mixture is loose and smooth, pour it over the oats and seeds in the bowl and stir to coat evenly.
Spread in an even layer in the prepared pan and bake, stirring every 10 minutes, until golden brown, 30 to 35 minutes total. Cool completely and then stir in the goji berries. Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Makes about 5 cups (20 oz/625 g) granola
Nutrition Facts (per ¼ cup serving)
Calories 173
Protein 4 g
Total fat 7 g
Saturated fat 1 g
Carbs 24 g
Fiber 3 g
Sugar 10 g
Sodium 55 mg
This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical diagnosis or treatment. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or condition. Always check with your doctor before changing your diet, altering your sleep habits, taking supplements, or starting a new fitness routine.
That looks absolutely delicious
I never thought of making my own granola bar until I found this. I’m used to buying those bars at the grocery. Upon reading this article, I think, it’s not hard to make. I’m gonna grab those those ingredients and give it a try. Thanks for sharing this recipe.