Mediterranean Granola with Pistachio and Apricot
A delightfully crunchy, oven-toasted granola featuring whole-grain oats and a hearty mix of nuts and seeds, finished with chewy bits of dried fruit and a hint of citrus.
- Total Time55 minutes
- Yield8 servings 1x
Ingredients
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Grain & Nut Base
- 2 ¼ cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup raw pistachios (shelled and roughly chopped)
- ⅓ cup raw sunflower seeds
- ¼ cup raw pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
- ½ cup 45 g unsweetened coconut flakes
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ cup dried cherries (chopped)
- ⅓ cup dried apricots (roughly chopped)
Liquid Binding Syrup
- 60 ml extra-virgin olive oil
- 50 ml pure maple syrup
- 50 ml honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of ½ small orange
Instructions
- Heat oven to 150°C (300°F) with a rack in the center. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment.
- In a large bowl, combine all “Grain & Nut Base” ingredients except the dried cherries and apricots; mix evenly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the “Liquid Binding Syrup” until emulsified. Pour over the oat mixture and toss until fully coated.
- Spread in a single, even layer on the prepared sheet; press lightly with a spatula to encourage clumps.
- Bake 35–45 minutes, rotating once and stirring just once around 20–25 minutes, until golden and fragrant.
- Cool completely on the pan until crisp, about 30 minutes.
- Transfer to a bowl, add the cherries and apricots, and toss to combine. Store airtight.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (per serving: 1/8 recipe): Calories: 425 kcal | Total Fat: 24.1 g (Saturated Fat: 6.0 g) | Total Carbs: 47.0 g (Fiber: 6.3 g, Net Carbs: 40.7 g) | Protein: 9.3 g | Sodium: 153 mg
These values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients and preparation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Calories: 425