Savory Granola (nut-free recipe)
Perfect as a crunchy topping for salads, soups, grain bowls, or as a wholesome snack, this savory granola is a cinch to make and will disappear quickly.
Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 4 egg whites
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 ½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup raw sunflower seeds
- 1 cup raw pepitas (shelled pumpkin seeds)
- ½ cup chia seeds
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 4 teaspoons chili powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly spray a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray.
- Combine egg whites and salt in a medium bowl, whisking until frothy.4 egg whites, 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- Add oats, sunflower seeds, pepitas, chia seeds, sugar, and chili powder; stir well to coat.1 ½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats, 1 cup raw sunflower seeds, 1 cup raw pepitas, ½ cup chia seeds, ¼ cup granulated sugar, 4 teaspoons chili powder
- Spread mixture in an even layer on prepared baking sheet. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes. Mixture should be dry and browned. Cool completely on baking sheet. The granola will get more crispy as it cools.
Notes
- Storage: Once the granola has completely cooled, store it in an airtight container or jar. It will keep for up to a week at room temperature. For longer storage, keep it refrigerated or frozen.
- Variations: If desired, you could substitute nuts such as pecans, walnuts, sliced almonds, or cashews, as long as they are raw. Sesame seeds can be substituted for chia seeds if you like.
- Raw nuts and seeds: By "raw", I mean not roasted. Whether you use seeds or nuts, they should not be roasted or salted. Raw seeds and nuts will usually be lighter in color than roasted. Roasted nuts will get too dark when you bake the granola and may burn.
- Pro tip: If you add different ingredients to the granola, remember to keep the total amount the same, 4 cups. However, when you mix the beaten egg whites into the oat/seed mixture, there shouldn't be a puddle in the bottom of the bowl. If there is, add a few more rolled oats.
- Sodium: Two teaspoons of salt may seem like a lot but remember this is a savory granola, more like mixed nuts rather than a breakfast cereal. Feel free to tweak the amount of salt if you're watching your sodium intake.
- Spices: You can use different spices in your savory granola instead of, or with the chili powder. Try a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes for a little heat. Other spices could include turmeric, smoked paprika, ground ginger, or coriander.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.25cup | Calories: 191kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 418mg | Potassium: 210mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 208IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 2mg
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