Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Buckwheat groats | 300 g | Sweet, Astringent · Heating |
 Walnuts, chopped | 85 g | Sweet, Astringent · Heating |
 Raisins | 55 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Ghee | 34 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Maple syrup | 48 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Cinnamon | 2 g | Sweet, Pungent, Astringent · Heating |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Combine the buckwheat groats, cinnamon, and chopped walnuts, raisins.
- Warm the ghee with the maple syrup just until fluid.
- Fold the warm mixture through the dry ingredients until lightly coated.
- Spread on a tray and bake, stirring twice, until dry and gently toasted.
- Cool completely before storing; serve a small portion with warm plant milk.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (original international granola adaptation)
Buckwheat Walnut Granola is a baked breakfast topping; serve it in a small portion with warm liquid. Vata: serve warm, cook until tender, and add a little ghee if the dish feels dry. Pitta: moderate chilies and sharp sourness, favoring coriander or fennel. Kapha: keep the portion light, reduce added fat, and favor ginger or black pepper.
USDA Nutrition Facts for Buckwheat Walnut Granola
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (65g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 415 kcal | 272 kcal |
| Protein | 10.4 g | 6.8 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 56.8 g | 37.2 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 4.9 g |
| Total Sugars | 12.0 g | 7.8 g |
| Total Fat | 19.0 g | 12.5 g |
| Calcium | 45.1 mg | 29.5 mg |
| Iron | 2.22 mg | 1.45 mg |
| Magnesium | 163.0 mg | 106.8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 265.2 mg | 173.7 mg |
| Potassium | 452 mg | 296 mg |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 2 mg |
| Zinc | 2.04 mg | 1.34 mg |
| Copper | 0.93 mg | 0.61 mg |
| Manganese | 1.67 mg | 1.10 mg |
| Selenium | 5.8 µg | 3.8 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.4 mg | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 55.0 µg | 36.0 µg |
| Vitamin E | 4.06 mg | 2.66 mg |
| Vitamin K | 1.3 µg | 0.8 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.13 mg | 0.08 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.39 mg | 0.25 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 4.28 mg | 2.80 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.23 mg | 0.15 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 33.1 µg | 21.7 µg |
| Choline | 8.0 mg | 5.2 mg |
