Green Tea Granola

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Green Tea Granola
120 min.
20
116kcal

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Start your day on a vibrant note with our delightful Green Tea Granola! This vegetarian and dairy-free recipe is not only a wholesome choice for breakfast but also a perfect option for brunch or a mid-morning snack. Packed with the goodness of Fiber Honey Clusters® cereal, crunchy cashew halves, and savory sesame sticks, this granola offers a satisfying crunch that will keep you energized throughout the day.

What sets this granola apart is the infusion of strong brewed green tea, which adds a unique flavor profile and a boost of antioxidants. Combined with the natural sweetness of brown sugar, honey, and the tropical touch of dried mangoes and cranberries, each bite is a delightful explosion of taste and texture. With only 116 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free!

Preparing this granola is a breeze, taking just 120 minutes from start to finish. The gentle baking process allows the flavors to meld beautifully, creating a crunchy, golden treat that’s perfect for topping your yogurt, enjoying with milk, or simply snacking on its own. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or looking for a nutritious breakfast option, this Green Tea Granola is sure to impress your family and friends. Dive into this deliciously healthy recipe and elevate your morning routine!

Ingredients

  • cups corn flakes/bran flakes fiber honey clusters®
  • cup cashew pieces 
  • cup celery stalks 
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 cup tea green hot per 1/2 cup water) brewed
  • tablespoons honey 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • 0.5 cup mangos dried chopped
  • 0.5 cup cranberries dried sweetened

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 250°F. Spray 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking spray. In large bowl, mix cereal, cashews and sesame sticks.
  2. In 1-quart saucepan, mix brown sugar, tea, honey and oil. Cook over medium heat 3 to 4 minutes, stirring constantly, until brown sugar is melted.
  3. Pour mixture over cereal; toss to coat well.
  4. Spread mixture in pan.
  5. Bake 30 minutes. Stir well.
  6. Bake 10 minutes longer. Stir in mangoes and cranberries. Cool completely in pan, about 1 hour. Store in tightly covered container.

Nutrition Facts

Calories116kcal
Protein7.67%
Fat31.73%
Carbs60.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.67
Glycemic Load
7.04
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
9.3665216642877%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.02mg
Catechin
0.16mg
Epigallocatechin
0.47mg
Epicatechin
0.13mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.35mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.55mg
Theaflavin
0.09mg
Thearubigins
4.8mg
Apigenin
0.14mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
0.29mg
Theaflavin-3,3'-digallate
0.1mg
Theaflavin-3'-gallate
0.09mg
Gallocatechin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:116.46kcal
5.82%
Fat:4.5g
6.92%
Saturated Fat:0.77g
4.79%
Carbohydrates:19.33g
6.44%
Net Carbohydrates:16.61g
6.04%
Sugar:9.84g
10.93%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:70.84mg
3.08%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.45g
4.89%
Manganese:0.57mg
28.35%
Folate:85.61µg
21.4%
Iron:3.85mg
21.38%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.39%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
12.12%
Magnesium:47.87mg
11.97%
Selenium:7.7µg
10.99%
Fiber:2.72g
10.88%
Vitamin B3:2.14mg
10.69%
Copper:0.21mg
10.62%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.51%
Vitamin B12:0.6µg
10%
Phosphorus:94.41mg
9.44%
Vitamin A:367.31IU
7.35%
Zinc:0.99mg
6.62%
Vitamin K:6.75µg
6.43%
Potassium:135.01mg
3.86%
Vitamin D:0.4µg
2.64%
Vitamin E:0.38mg
2.51%
Vitamin C:1.71mg
2.07%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.93%
Calcium:12.82mg
1.28%