What’s Cooking in Gail’s Kitchen? Talking Points: Walnut Mango Granola! Have you noticed how versatile granola has become? It’s no wonder it has turned into a convenient substitute for breakfast when you’re on the run. Oats are full of iron and fiber, which the nutritionists keep drumming into our heads. It keeps us full, energizes the body, and detours junk food cravings. Nuts and seeds have heart-hearty benefits, which everyone wants, right? Personally, I prefer the crumbled version to sprinkle over my morning yogurt. Others prefer the chewy granola bars I find look too much like a candy bar. Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy peanut butter and chocolate chips as much as the next guy. I get it, but always check the sugar content because basically that’s what holds everything together. Talk about unwanted calories. No thanks. In the end do what is right for you. Meanwhile, if you want to make your own, this recipe is as easy as pie.
WALNUT MANGO GRANOLA
Ingredients:
1 cup walnut halves, chopped
1/4 cup coconut flakes
2 tablespoons pistachio nuts, roughly chopped
1 cup oats
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon coconut sugar
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1/4 cup dried mango, chopped
1/4 cup dates, chopped
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 325°. Spray a baking sheet with nonstick oil. Set aside. In a large bowl, toss chopped walnuts, coconut flakes, pistachio nuts, oats, and chia seeds. Thoroughly combine; set aside. In another bowl, mix cinnamon, coconut sugar, sea salt, vegetable oil, and maple syrup. Drizzle over walnut mixture and toss to coat granola. Spread granola mixture onto baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes; turn for even browning and bake 10 minutes longer. Remove pan from oven. Carefully stir in dried mango and chopped dates. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove granola from the oven and allow to cool completely. Transfer crumbled granola to an airtight container.
Sounds delicious! Love it as yoghurt topping!
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Whoever says yogurt is boring hasn’t tried new things. It’s so versatile. I keep it on hand. 🌺
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Thank you, Gail, for the topping over yoghurt, my preferred version!
Joanna
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You’re welcome. I like crunchy toppings. 🥥🍃
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I love it too!
Joanna
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The perfect way to start the day or even as a delicious snack during the day 😋
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I agree. When I get the “munchies”, it works. Thanks for stopping by. 🦋🍃
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Thanks for sharing Gail, will give it a whirl 👍
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Please let me know how you like it, Margaret. I’m a fan of mango. 🥭🥥
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I love mangoes too, will let you know. 😋
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Have a blessed journey. 🍃🥭
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I always prefer such meals instead of sugar-filled sweets.
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I agree. Sweets don’t hold the appeal they used to, for me. 👀🍃
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I think in some way we have grown out of it, haven’t we?
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(I blame it on menopause. 🤣)
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Good reason, very good reason… lol
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Hehehe. 🌸🍃
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Such interesting tasty combination! 🙂
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Granola is like having a stash of snacks. 🤣
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Never thought of it this way, but you’re right! 🙂
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Hehehe. 😜
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A great dish to wake up to.
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Top o’ the morning to ya. ☘️
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Reblogged this on Ned Hamson's Second Line View of the News.
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So I can eat well AND score the bonus round!
Sold!
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Of course. Follow the trail of “crunchy crumbs”. 😋🍂
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