Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Quinoa flakes or cooked-dry quinoa | 300 g | Sweet, Astringent · Heating |
 Pumpkin seeds | 70 g | Sweet, Astringent, Bitter · Heating |
 Sunflower seeds | 60 g | Sweet, Astringent · 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 quinoa flakes or cooked-dry quinoa, cinnamon, and pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds.
- 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)
Quinoa Seed 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 Quinoa Seed Granola
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (64g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 442 kcal | 284 kcal |
| Protein | 14.8 g | 9.5 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 47.8 g | 30.7 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 3.9 g |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | 4.0 g |
| Total Fat | 22.8 g | 14.7 g |
| Calcium | 56.5 mg | 36.3 mg |
| Iron | 4.52 mg | 2.91 mg |
| Magnesium | 235.7 mg | 151.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 512.3 mg | 329.2 mg |
| Potassium | 536 mg | 344 mg |
| Sodium | 6 mg | 4 mg |
| Zinc | 3.60 mg | 2.31 mg |
| Copper | 0.74 mg | 0.48 mg |
| Manganese | 2.37 mg | 1.52 mg |
| Selenium | 12.5 µg | 8.0 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.4 mg | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 56.7 µg | 36.4 µg |
| Vitamin E | 14.00 mg | 9.00 mg |
| Vitamin K | 2.3 µg | 1.5 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.43 mg | 0.27 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.37 mg | 0.24 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 2.55 mg | 1.64 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.46 mg | 0.30 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 141.8 µg | 91.1 µg |
| Choline | 57.7 mg | 37.0 mg |
