COCONUT ALMOND GRANOLA WITH FLAXSEED

Ground flaxseed ups the nutritional value of this classic granola blend. The flaxseed can go rancid if left at room temperature, so be sure to store this convenient breakfast food in the fridge.

Yield: Makes 5 cups.

COCONUT ALMOND GRANOLA WITH FLAXSEED

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tsp canola oil
  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup sliced almonds
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
  • 2 tbsp ground flaxseed

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with nonstick foil.
  2. Combine oats, almonds and coconut in a large bowl.
  3. Whisk together honey and oil.
  4. Pour honey mixture over oats mixture and stir until coated. Spread in prepared pan.
  5. Bake, stirring occasionally, for 17 – 20 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool completely in pan on a rack, stirring occasionally.
  6. Stir in cranberries, raisins, sunflower seeds and flaxseed. Store in an airtight container in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutritional analysis per 1/4 cup:

132 calories, 6.1 g fat, 2.8 g protein, 18.4 g carbohydrate, 2.3 g fibre, 110 mg sodium

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