Surfer's Granola

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
51%
Surfer's Granola
45 min.
2
1595kcal

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Start your day off right with our delicious Surfer's Granola, a perfect blend of wholesome ingredients that will fuel your morning adventures! This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is not only packed with flavor but also offers a delightful crunch that will keep you satisfied until your next meal. With a health score of 51, you can indulge in this granola without any guilt.

Imagine the aroma of toasted oats mingling with the sweetness of honey and the warmth of cinnamon and ginger wafting through your kitchen. This granola is a labor of love, taking just 45 minutes to prepare, and it serves two, making it an ideal choice for a cozy brunch or a quick breakfast on the go. Each serving is a hearty 1595 calories, providing the energy you need to tackle your day.

What sets this recipe apart is its versatility. You can customize it with your favorite nuts, seeds, and dried fruits, or enjoy it with fresh mangoes, papayas, or a dollop of creamy yogurt. Whether you're a surfer looking for a nutritious boost before hitting the waves or simply someone who appreciates a good breakfast, this Surfer's Granola is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. So grab your ingredients and get ready to create a deliciously satisfying morning meal that will leave you feeling energized and ready to take on the world!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup almonds raw coarsely chopped
  • tablespoon flaxseeds 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 0.3 cup honey 
  • 0.8 teaspoon kosher salt divided
  • tablespoons brown sugar light packed ()
  • servings fruit fresh thinly sliced
  • 0.3 cup millet 
  • cups oats 
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin divided
  • 0.5 cup raisins 
  • 0.3 cup pumpkin seeds raw shelled (pepitas)
  • 0.3 cup sunflower seeds raw
  • tablespoon sugar 
  • servings yogurt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • wire rack

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 300°F.
  2. Mix oats, millet andflaxseeds (if using), 1/4 teaspoon salt, cinnamon,and ginger in a medium bowl.
  3. Add 1 cup hottap water.
  4. Mix thoroughly and let stand for15 minutes to soften oats.
  5. Bring honey, 2 tablespoons oil, and brown sugarto a boil in a small saucepan, stirring todissolve sugar.
  6. Add honey mixture to oatmixture in bowl and toss to coat.
  7. Spreadout in an even layer on a large rimmedbaking sheet.
  8. Bake oat mixture, stirring 2-3 times, untildark golden brown, 50-60 minutes.
  9. Placesheet on a wire rack and let oat mixture coolcompletely.
  10. Increase oven temperature to 350°F.
  11. Mixremaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, remaining 2 tablespoons oil,almonds, pumpkin and sunflower seeds, andsugar in a medium bowl.
  12. Spread in an evenlayer on another rimmed baking sheet.
  13. Bake,stirring occasionally, until golden brown,10-12 minutes.
  14. Place sheet on a wire rackand let nut mixture cool completely.
  15. Combine oat mixture, nut mixture, andraisins in a large bowl. DO AHEAD: Granolacan be made 1 week ahead. Store airtight atroom temperature.
  16. Serve granola in bowls with yogurt andsliced fresh fruit.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1595kcal
Protein8.44%
Fat43.18%
Carbs48.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
194.08
Glycemic Load
74.93
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
49.003043685513%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.32mg
Catechin
0.69mg
Epigallocatechin
1.39mg
Epicatechin
0.32mg
Eriodictyol
0.13mg
Naringenin
0.23mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
1.42mg
Kaempferol
0.21mg
Quercetin
0.19mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1594.55kcal
79.73%
Fat:80.32g
123.57%
Saturated Fat:9.19g
57.44%
Carbohydrates:202.48g
67.49%
Net Carbohydrates:176.76g
64.28%
Sugar:81.36g
90.4%
Cholesterol:0.13mg
0.04%
Sodium:905.86mg
39.39%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:35.33g
70.65%
Manganese:5.98mg
298.78%
Vitamin E:26.23mg
174.85%
Magnesium:460.5mg
115.12%
Fiber:25.72g
102.87%
Phosphorus:1018.48mg
101.85%
Copper:1.89mg
94.58%
Vitamin B1:1.09mg
72.34%
Vitamin B2:1.03mg
60.72%
Selenium:41.44µg
59.21%
Iron:10.48mg
58.2%
Zinc:7.54mg
50.25%
Potassium:1463.78mg
41.82%
Vitamin B3:7.56mg
37.79%
Vitamin B6:0.7mg
34.9%
Folate:136.86µg
34.22%
Calcium:260.3mg
26.03%
Vitamin K:25.31µg
24.1%
Vitamin B5:1.88mg
18.79%
Vitamin A:373.82IU
7.48%
Vitamin C:5.42mg
6.57%
Source:Epicurious