Citrus and Sesame Granola Recipe

Name: Citrus and Sesame Granola
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lemons, zested; 1/2 lemon, juiced; 1 1/2 orange, zested and juiced; 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 cup pure maple syrup (or 1/4 cup maple and 1/4 cup honey); 2 egg whites; 1 tablespoon vanilla extract; 4 cups organic rolled oats; 1 cup raw cashews; 1/2 cup raw almonds; 1/2 cup raw sunflower seeds; 1/4 cup raw sesame seeds; 1/2 cup unsweetened dried coconut; 1/4 cup flaxseed, ground; 1 cup dried fruit; 1/2 cup plain or flavored organic kefir

Servings: persons

2 lemons, zested
1/2 lemon, juiced
1 1/2 orange, zested and juiced
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup pure maple syrup (or 1/4 cup maple and 1/4 cup honey)
2 egg whites
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
4 cups organic rolled oats
1 cup raw cashews
1/2 cup raw almonds
1/2 cup raw sunflower seeds
1/4 cup raw sesame seeds
1/2 cup unsweetened dried coconut
1/4 cup flaxseed, ground
1 cup dried fruit
1/2 cup plain or flavored organic kefir

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The Process
2
Heat oven to 350 degrees.
3
Stir zest, juice, extra virgin olive oil, maple syrup, egg whites and vanilla together in a medium-sized bowl.
4
In a large bowl mix the oats, 1/2 of the nuts, 1/2 the sunflower seeds, all the sesame seeds and the coconut.
5
Stir in syrup mixture.
6
Spread thinly on two cookie sheets covered in parchment paper or tinfoil for easy cleanup.
7
Bake for 15 minutes then stir granola on trays with a wooden spoon.
8
Continue to bake for seven more minutes or until golden brown.
9
Remove and cool.
10
Stir in remaining nuts, flaxseed, and dried fruit.
11
When completely cooled, store in airtight containers and enjoy for up to a month, or keep in freezer for up to six months.
12
Serve with organic kefir and enjoy!

1168

kcal

Calories

Fat

109

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lemons, zested, 1/2 lemon, juiced, 1 1/2 orange, zested and juiced, 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Citrus and Sesame Granola falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Citrus and Sesame Granola

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