Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Finger millet flakes or coarse meal | 300 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Dried coconut | 80 g | Sweet · Heating |
 Almonds, chopped | 55 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 finger millet flakes or coarse meal, cinnamon, and dried coconut, chopped 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)
Ragi Coconut Granola Clusters 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 Ragi Coconut Granola Clusters
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (64g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 422 kcal | 274 kcal |
| Protein | 7.2 g | 4.7 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 54.2 g | 35.2 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 5.1 g |
| Total Sugars | 6.3 g | 4.1 g |
| Total Fat | 20.4 g | 13.3 g |
| Calcium | 256.5 mg | 166.4 mg |
| Iron | 3.63 mg | 2.36 mg |
| Magnesium | 130.3 mg | 84.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 204.5 mg | 132.6 mg |
| Potassium | 439 mg | 285 mg |
| Sodium | 10 mg | 7 mg |
| Zinc | 2.27 mg | 1.47 mg |
| Copper | 0.63 mg | 0.41 mg |
| Manganese | 2.61 mg | 1.69 mg |
| Selenium | 9.1 µg | 5.9 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.2 mg | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 56.0 µg | 36.3 µg |
| Vitamin E | 2.86 mg | 1.85 mg |
| Vitamin K | 2.4 µg | 1.6 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.24 mg | 0.15 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.36 mg | 0.23 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 1.27 mg | 0.82 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.09 mg | 0.06 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 7.2 µg | 4.7 µg |
| Choline | 7.2 mg | 4.7 mg |
