Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Rolled oats | 320 g | Sweet · Heating |
 Dried apricots, chopped | 75 g | Sweet, Sour · Heating |
 Almonds, chopped | 70 g | Sweet · Heating |
 Ghee | 34 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Maple syrup | 48 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Cinnamon | 2 g | Sweet, Pungent, Astringent · Heating |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Combine the rolled oats, cinnamon, and chopped chopped dried apricots almonds.
- 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)
Oat Apricot 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 Oat Apricot Granola
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (68g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 408 kcal | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 10.8 g | 7.4 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 56.9 g | 39.0 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 5.8 g |
| Total Sugars | 13.8 g | 9.5 g |
| Total Fat | 16.7 g | 11.5 g |
| Calcium | 84.8 mg | 58.2 mg |
| Iron | 3.36 mg | 2.30 mg |
| Magnesium | 122.4 mg | 84.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 309.3 mg | 212.3 mg |
| Potassium | 481 mg | 330 mg |
| Sodium | 6 mg | 4 mg |
| Zinc | 2.73 mg | 1.88 mg |
| Copper | 0.42 mg | 0.29 mg |
| Manganese | 0.35 mg | 0.24 mg |
| Selenium | 17.5 µg | 12.0 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.2 mg | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 76.7 µg | 52.6 µg |
| Vitamin E | 4.12 mg | 2.83 mg |
| Vitamin K | 2.2 µg | 1.5 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.29 mg | 0.20 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.36 mg | 0.25 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 1.49 mg | 1.02 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.10 mg | 0.07 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 27.1 µg | 18.6 µg |
| Choline | 33.7 mg | 23.1 mg |
