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Home » Recipe » Brunch » Pistachio Quinoa and Cranberry Granola

Pistachio Quinoa and Cranberry Granola

Updated: April 6, 2018 / Published: February 25, 2015 By Ilona This website contains affiliate links. Read Privacy Policy.

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Healthy Pistachio Quinoa and Cranberry Granola by ilonaspassion.com

The benefits of quinoa is widely heard right now everywhere. The store shelves are packed with these little seeds. I didn’t want to be behind and I’ve decided to give it a try. To be honest I bought quinoa long time ago but I had to adjust to the new whole grain idea. At first I wasn’t sure if I will use it for dinner, breakfast or dessert.

I made two tries with quinoa seeds. At first I made chocolate muffins from cooked quinoa. They were very good. My older son couldn’t stop eating them. He didn’t even know what it is. The second try was this pistachio… cranberry… granola. I loved it right away. I’m a huge fan of any GRANOLA!

Healthy Pistachio Quinoa and Cranberry Granola by ilonaspassion.com

As you can see I’ve got lots of granola recipes here on the Blog: Homemade Granola Bars or Healthy Cocoa Honey Oat Muffins. What can I say…. Oats are my favorite…I use them often.

Healthy Pistachio Quinoa and Cranberry Granola by ilonaspassion.com

After trying two recipes I thought that I prefer uncooked quinoa that I used in this granola. The chocolate muffins were so good. However, CRUNCHY QUINOA is even better. So crunchy and topped with sweet maple syrup. So yum. I added some salty pistachios, pumpkin seeds and sour dried cranberries. Believe me the taste is incredible. The yogurt can be easily topped with this delicious granola. It is perfect for breakfast or a snack.

Healthy Pistachio Quinoa and Cranberry Granola by ilonaspassion.com

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Pistachio Quinoa and Cranberry Granola

Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time40 mins
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Author: Ilona

Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 2 Tbsp. coconut oil melted
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup pistachios
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 280 F. Prepare baking pan with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl mix together: oats, uncooked quinoa, coconut oil and maple syrup.
  • Lay on parchment paper and bake for 30 minutes. Mix often.
  • Add pistachios and pumpkin seeds. Bake for another 5 - 10 minutes.
  • After baking remove from oven and add cranberries. Mix well.

Nutrition

Serving: 4- 6Monounsaturated Fat: 0gPotassium: 0mgVitamin A: 0IUVitamin C: 0mgCalcium: 0mgIron: 0mg
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  1. Tatyana

    February 25, 2015 at 12:57 PM

    I have never tasted quinoa uncooked, and I love Granola cereal- the combination of the two sounds and looks very appealing. I’ve got to try it! I’ve tried quinoa in a salad and it was so delicious. However, I cannot find that recipe and even my little one- who doesn’t like salads (all of her veges have to be separated) ate that salad and said that it was delicious. If I ever find the recipe, I will definitely share it with you. Thank you for another awesome and healthy recipe. -Tanya

    Reply
    • Ilona

      February 25, 2015 at 1:12 PM

      Thank you so much Tanya. Quinoa in the salad it’s probably so good. I have to try it someday:)

      Reply
  2. torrs13

    February 25, 2015 at 3:53 PM

    This looks really tasty! I’m always looking for some healthier recipes for snacks and meals, so thank you for sharing this!

    Reply
    • Ilona

      February 26, 2015 at 10:49 AM

      Thanks Tori.

      Reply
  3. Sagan

    February 25, 2015 at 3:59 PM

    Oh this is so timely! Mr. Science is starting a new job tomorrow and he was asking me to make some kind of granola bar or snack that he can take to work… MUST try this recipe and the others you mentioned:D

    I like quinoa in things like granola, or as a salad; I’m not quite as big of a fan of quinoa as a rice or oatmeal replacement, myself (just a taste / texture thing, I expect).

    Lovely pictures, btw!

    Reply
    • Ilona

      February 26, 2015 at 10:50 AM

      Thank you Sagan.

      Reply
  4. Nancy

    February 25, 2015 at 6:22 PM

    Pistachio AND cranberries are my two favs. I haven’t thought about combining them into a delicious granola feast! Awesome idea. 🙂 And I know I’ll love it.

    Reply
    • Ilona

      February 26, 2015 at 10:49 AM

      Definitely you will love it:) Thanks Nancy

      Reply
  5. Jamie

    February 25, 2015 at 6:42 PM

    This looks really good! I love cranberry and pistachio…haven’t tried quinoa yet, but keep telling myself I need to! This may be just the thing to try it in!

    Reply
    • Ilona

      February 26, 2015 at 10:48 AM

      That’s right Jamie.. this may be just the thing to try:)

      Reply
  6. Kathy @ Olives & Garlic

    February 25, 2015 at 7:17 PM

    Ilona these pictures are beautiful. I love the combo with quinoa and pistachios. Yummy

    Reply
    • Ilona

      February 26, 2015 at 10:47 AM

      Thank you Kathy!

      Reply
  7. Kelly

    February 25, 2015 at 8:24 PM

    That looks so amazing! I love pistachios so much-this is a must try! 🙂

    Reply
    • Ilona

      February 26, 2015 at 10:47 AM

      Thank you Kelly!

      Reply
  8. MiraL (@miralsl)

    February 25, 2015 at 8:42 PM

    Love granola and especially when there is quinoa in it! Beautiful pictures!

    Reply
    • Ilona

      February 26, 2015 at 10:46 AM

      Thanks Mira for your comments:)

      Reply
  9. sunandhurricane

    February 25, 2015 at 9:35 PM

    Completely love the idea of topping yogurt with the granola, it’s a favorite lunchbox item for my kiddos!

    Reply
    • Ilona

      February 26, 2015 at 10:46 AM

      I love granola + yogurt. Thank you for your visit!

      Reply
  10. stuffedsuitcase

    February 26, 2015 at 1:52 PM

    Looks very yummy and the colors are also beautiful! Perfect trail snack!

    Reply
    • Ilona

      February 26, 2015 at 7:41 PM

      Thank you!

      Reply
  11. lauryn hock

    February 27, 2015 at 1:54 PM

    This looks like a healthy alternative to ice cream! MMMM

    Reply
    • Ilona

      March 2, 2015 at 9:21 AM

      That’s right Lauryn:)

      Reply
  12. Jessica

    March 2, 2015 at 2:26 PM

    Yummy! I like granola but I’ve never tried quinoa before. It does look delicious the way you mixed it into this recipe!

    Reply
    • Ilona

      March 3, 2015 at 9:07 AM

      It was good Jessica:)

      Reply
  13. Chris @ Shared Appetite

    March 4, 2015 at 2:14 PM

    Always looking for new granola recipes!!! Love adding it to my morning yogurt and for quick snacks!

    Reply
    • Ilona

      March 4, 2015 at 2:35 PM

      Me to I love adding to the yogurt. Thanks Chris

      Reply
  14. Megan @ C'mon Get Crafty

    March 5, 2015 at 2:09 PM

    I like quinoa, but I’ve never tried it uncooked or crunchy, as you put it. I can see the appeal of the crunch in this recipe though!

    Reply
    • Ilona

      March 6, 2015 at 11:45 AM

      Thanks Megan for your visit!

      Reply
  15. Jill

    October 7, 2015 at 10:47 PM

    Most oats are not gluten free. Are you using Bob Mills gluten free oats?? Thanks, recipes sound good.

    Reply
    • Ilona

      October 8, 2015 at 9:27 AM

      I use Bob Mills gluten free oats sometimes, not always. If you want gluten free, use gluten free oats. I eat gluten everyday so it doesn’t matter for me.

      Reply
  16. Brittany @ a.healthier.happy

    June 11, 2017 at 10:42 AM

    Hey just a friendly caution – quinoa should ALWAYS be rinsed before using, so you might want to add that to your recipe. Rinse well, then maybe dry out by baking it for a couple minutes, something like that? Some people get very serious digestive issues (nausea, diarrhea, vomiting) from improperly-rinsed and/or improperly-cooked quinoa. Quinoa naturally has a layer of a protective plant material called saponin, meant to ward off insects, which is what causes the issue. Not just that, but saponin is bitter-tasting, so rinsing will give you a better taste, if you still decide to keep using it raw. Just a thought!

    Reply
    • Ilona

      June 12, 2017 at 9:01 AM

      Thanks, for suggestions. I actually rinse my quinoa. I just need to point this in my recipe.

      Reply

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