Quinoa Pumpkin Seed Granola
Serves 12 Ingredients:
3/4 cup (175 ml) Quinoa, rinsed and well drained
1/2 cup (125 ml) Pumpkin seeds, shelled, unsalted
1/2 cup (125 ml) Almonds, slivered 1/4 cup (60 ml) Flax seeds
1/4 cup (60 ml) Honey
2 tbsp (30 ml) Canola oil
1 tsp (5 ml) Cinnamon
1/4 tsp (1 ml) Salt
3/4 cup (175 ml) Dried cranberries
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. Combine quinoa, pumpkin seeds, almonds and flax in a large bowl.
3. Heat honey for 20 seconds in a small microwave-safe bowl. Stir in oil, cinnamon and salt.
4. Pour honey mixture over quinoa mixture and toss to coat. Spread on cookie sheet and bake, uncovered, for 20 minutes or until golden, stirring twice.
5. Stir in cranberries and cool for 15 minutes in the pan.
6. Spread out on foil. Cool completely, breaking up any large pieces.
Nutrition information per serving:
Calories 184
Fat 10 grams Carbohydrate 22 grams
Fibre 3 grams
Protein 5 grams
Sodium 52 milligrams
Tip: Pack in small air tight containers for a grab and go snack.