Why it belongs in a longevity kitchen
Less glucose fireworks, more texture and satiety. Lentils quietly make granola breakfast much smarter.
Nutrition principles in this recipe
- Cooked lentils improve fibre and protein without adding sweetness
- Cacao nibs and cinnamon add bitterness and aroma that reduce the need for sugar
- Serving with thick yogurt slows the whole bowl down further
Ingredients
- 150g rolled oats
- 100g cooked green lentils, dried well
- 2 tbsp cacao nibs
- 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp tahini
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- Berries and thick yogurt to serve
Method
- Toss oats, lentils, seeds, cacao nibs, cinnamon, olive oil, tahini and maple.
- Bake at 180°C until crisp and fragrant, stirring once.
- Cool fully for maximum crunch.
- Serve over yogurt with berries.