Low Sodium Homemade Granola with Dried Fruits
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of this Low Sodium Homemade Granola with Dried Fruits, the perfect balance of crunch and natural sweetness! Packed with hearty old-fashioned rolled oats, nutrient-rich nuts like almonds and pecans, and a delightful mix of seeds, this granola is both nourishing and satisfying. Lightly spiced with warming cinnamon and ginger, it's gently sweetened with maple syrup and baked to golden perfection. The real magic happens when you fold in chewy dried fruits—cranberries, apricots, and cherries—for a burst of tangy flavor in every bite. With no added salt and 100% customizable ingredients, this granola makes a guilt-free snack or a hearty topping for yogurts and smoothies. Ready in under an hour and perfect for meal prep, it’s a pantry-friendly, heart-healthy staple you’ll want to make again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup raw almonds, chopped
- 1 cup raw pecans, chopped
- 0.5 cup raw pumpkin seeds
- 0.5 cup raw sunflower seeds
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.5 cup maple syrup
- 0.33 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup dried apricots, chopped
- 0.5 cup dried cherries
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped almonds, chopped pecans, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, ground cinnamon, and ground ginger. Stir to mix all the dry ingredients together evenly.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir together until all the oats and nuts are well coated.
Spread the mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even toasting.
Once the granola is golden brown and fragrant, remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the granola cool completely on the sheet. It will continue to crisp as it cools.
After the granola has cooled, transfer it to a large bowl and mix in the dried cranberries, dried apricots, and dried cherries.
Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4941 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 298.3 g | 382% | |
| Saturated Fat | 88.7 g | 444% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 80 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 522.8 g | 190% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 78.4 g | 280% | |
| Total Sugars | 286.2 g | ||
| Protein | 97.3 g | 195% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 688 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 26.9 mg | 149% | |
| Potassium | 4050 mg | 86% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
