Crunchy Granola Over Plain Yogurt Middle Eastern Style

Transport your taste buds to the vibrant Middle East with this exquisite Crunchy Granola Over Plain Yogurt recipe. This elevated breakfast or snack combines wholesome rolled oats, nutty pistachios and almonds, and sweet dried apricots, all flavored with warming cardamom and cinnamon for a uniquely aromatic twist. A luscious honey-tahini glaze binds the granola, ensuring every bite is rich and satisfying. Baked to golden perfection, the granola is served atop creamy, tangy plain yogurt and garnished with jewel-like pomegranate seeds and a drizzle of honey. Perfectly balanced in flavor and texture, this recipe is a nutritious and indulgent way to start your day or treat yourself. Ideal for lovers of Middle Eastern flavors, it’s a feast for both the eyes and the palate!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rolled oats
• 0.5 cups Sliced almonds
• 0.5 cups Pistachios (shelled and roughly chopped)
• 0.5 cups Chopped dried apricots
• 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
• 1 teaspoon Ground cardamom
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 cups Honey
• 0.25 cups Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Tahini
• 2 cups Plain yogurt (preferably full-fat or Greek-style)
• 0.25 cups Pomegranate seeds (for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Honey (for drizzling)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, sliced almonds, pistachios, sesame seeds, ground cardamom, cinnamon, and salt. Stir well to distribute the spices evenly.

Step 3

In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the honey, olive oil, and tahini. Warm the mixture, stirring constantly until it becomes smooth and well blended, about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Pour the warm honey-tahini mixture over the dry ingredients in the mixing bowl. Stir until all ingredients are thoroughly coated.

Step 5

Spread the granola mixture out evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even toasting.

Step 6

Remove the granola from the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheet. As it cools, it will become crisp. Once cool, stir in the chopped dried apricots.

Step 7

To serve, spoon 1/2 cup of plain yogurt into each serving bowl. Top with a generous handful of granola, a sprinkling of pomegranate seeds, and a drizzle of honey.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your Crunchy Granola Over Plain Yogurt Middle Eastern Style!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1100.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2870.3

Total Fat 153.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 64.0mg	0%
Sodium 850.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 312.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.1g	0%
Total Sugars 163.4g
Protein 89.8g	0%

Vitamin D 256.0IU	0%
Calcium 2076.4mg	0%
Iron 5373.4mg	0%
Potassium 3738.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.2%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 41.8%