Turmeric & Black Pepper Granola

This nut free granola is studded with warm spices like turmeric, ginger and black pepper. It’s a savory twist on a classic! Layer it with yogurt and raspberries for a light and healthful summer breakfast.

Are we still doing turmeric? Golden milk lattes? How about adding it to baked goods? Yes please!

My latest twist on the tried-and-true flavor combination that is turmeric and ginger is this roasty, toasty, crunchy, beautiful nut free granola. I’m a big fan of making recipes that are traditionally on the sweeter side, savory. Man did this one deliver.

Here’s what you need to make it:

Ingredients

• Rolled oats (pro tip: Bob’s Red Mill makes “extra thick” oats that work great for granola)
• Quinoa. An unexpected, but awesome addition for the crunchiest texture
• Chia seeds for nutrition and extra bite
• Spices: turmeric, black pepper, ground ginger & cinnamon
• Olive oil to make sure it browns
• Maple syrup, just a touch to balance out the spices without making it too sweet
• Mix-ins: toasted coconut flakes & golden raisins (I think these pair so well, but feel free to omit if you don’t like them – I know raisins can be polarizing)

Granola is so simple. Every time I make it, I wonder why I ever buy it from the store. I know, I know… it’s convenient, that’s why. But it can also be very pricey depending on your favorite brand, so this is certainly a more economical option. Added bonus: your house will smell nothing short of amazing!

I find that the low-and-slow method yields the best results for granola so while the cook time is on the longer end for my recipes, it’s mostly hands-off. You’ll need to turn the pan and flip the granola about halfway through cook time to prevent burning. Otherwise, totally low maintenance.

To make a nut free granola that’s still delightfully crunchy (the only way granola should ever be, IMHO) I added a double dose of texture: quinoa and chia seeds. Don’t skip them if at all possible.

My favorite way to serve this is layered over full-fat yogurt or cottage cheese with some fresh juicy berries. How beautiful is that color contrast? It makes a great light breakfast or afternoon pick-me-up. Creamy, crunchy and FRESH all in one bite.

It also makes a cute little gift if you jar it and tie a bow around the lid. Who wouldn’t be pumped to receive that on their doorstop?

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Moral of the story, if you love granola as much as me and want to try a more non-traditional flavor combination, you just have to give this one a try. It’s the perfect level of sweet and savory!

You might also like:

• Crunchy Chocolate Peanut Butter Granola
• Coconut Chia Pudding with Ginger and Cacao
• Carrot Cake Oatmeal Bars with Lemony Cream Cheese Frosting

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