Quinoa Crunch
Quinoa Crunch is a healthy and delightful snack that combines the nutty flavor of quinoa with a variety of seeds and nuts. This crunchy mixture is perfect for snacking on its own or adding a nutritious boost to salads and yogurt.
Equipment
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 wooden spoon
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa (uncooked) Rinse under cold water before use.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup almonds, chopped
- ¼ cup walnuts, chopped
- ¼ cup pumpkin seeds
- ¼ cup sunflower seeds
- ¼ cup dried cranberries (optional) Add after cooling if desired.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove its natural coating (saponin), which can be bitter.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the rinsed quinoa, olive oil, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well until the quinoa is evenly coated.
- Stir in the chopped almonds, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds until everything is well combined.
- Spread the quinoa mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until the quinoa is golden brown and crunchy. Stir the mixture halfway through to ensure even baking.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool completely. If desired, mix in the dried cranberries once cooled.
- Once cooled, break apart any clumps and store the Quinoa Crunch in an airtight container.
Notes
Feel free to customize this recipe by adding or substituting other nuts and seeds according to your preference.
Quinoa Crunch can be enjoyed as a snack, sprinkled on top of yogurt, or added to salads for extra crunch and nutrition.