Quinoa Crunch {Vegan + GF}
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Quinoa Crunch {Vegan + GF}
Description
This recipe begins by thoroughly drying rinsed quinoa to reduce moisture before mixing it with raw sliced almonds and sesame seeds. A drizzle of maple syrup along with vegetable oil and salt is added to bind the ingredients slightly and provide a hint of sweetness and richness.
The mixture is spread evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet and baked at 375°F for 10 to 12 minutes until fragrant and lightly toasted, which enhances the nutty flavors and yields a crisp texture. Allowing it to cool on the counter ensures the quinoa crispiness sets properly.
Quinoa Crunch can be stored in an airtight container for up to a month, maintaining freshness for use as a crunchy topping for oatmeal, yogurt, salads, or eaten alone as a snack. Its simplicity and balanced ingredients make it a practical gluten-free, vegan crisp addition.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa uncooked, rinsed, and drained well
- 1/2 cup almonds sliced, raw
- 3 tablespoons sesame seed raw
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- pinch salt
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil coconut, canola, or safflower would work
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 F degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- While the oven is heating, spread the quinoa onto a clean dry kitchen towel (or paper towels) to dry it as much as possible.
- Place the quinoa, almonds, sesame seeds, maple syrup, salt, and vegetable oil in a bowl. Stir to make sure that all ingredients are homogenously distributed.
- Spread the mixture evenly on the baking sheet. Bake 10-12 minutes or until fragrant.
- Let it cool on the counter.
Notes
- Keep the quinoa mixture in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to one month.
- Dry quinoa thoroughly before mixing to achieve better toasting results.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 225 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 225kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 270mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Calcium | 87mg | 9% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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