A savory spin on a classic snack! This cheesy, salty Southwestern Granola is crunchy and satisfying. It’s high protein, naturally gluten-free, and low in fat. Perfect for munching on the go and changing things up from your usual snack options.
Savory versus sweet. It’s a long time argument that’s been waged in the world of foodies. Where do you stand?
If you were to ask me, I honestly couldn’t give you a straight answer on which flavor profile I prefer more! It really depends on the day…heck, even the TIME of day! Sometimes I am in the mood for ALL things sweet. Give me cake, cookies, and brownies by the plate full! Other times all I want is savory snack! Salty, umami filled flavors that satisfy.
Today I am indulging that savory side of my taste buds and bringing you a recipe for something that isn’t traditionally a savory item…granola!
I’ve done savory bars, savory baked oatmeal…even savory CUPCAKES. But never granola! Inspired by that package of spices I received last week, I decided to mix things up a bit.
I was in need of another batch of homemade granola (I always like to keep some on hand for snacking on!) and instead of going for a sweet flavor like I usually do, I grabbed a plethora of savory ingredients from the pantry and went to town.
The result? A cheesy, salty mixture of crunch and flavor! Have a look at the amazing ingredients and you’ll see why it turned out so EPIC!
Savory Southwestern Granola
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 13 mins
- Total Time: 18 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Savory Snacks
Ingredients
- 1 cup gluten-free quick oats
- 1 cup puffed rice cereal
- 2 tbsp buckwheat groats
- 2 tsp salt-free Taco Seasoning
- ¼ cup nutritional yeast
- ¼ cup mixed seeds (I used sunflower and pumpkin)
- 2 tbsp Simple Girl BBQ sauce
- 1 egg white
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350. Mix all dry ingredients together in a bowl. In a separate small bowl combine egg white and BBQ sauce. Pour egg mixture over dry ingredients and mix until everything is well coated. Spread granola mixture on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes, stir, and then bake for 3 more minutes. Remove from oven and let cool to crisp up before serving.
High protein, gluten-free, and oil-free as well…this Savory Southwestern Granola is amazing for munching straight from the baking sheet or even pouring some unsweetened cashew milk over the top! (I swear it works!)
Loads of people are making savory oatmeal lately and I think this would make for a great topping option for one of those breakfast bowls.
Ever since making this, I feel like a whole world of granola flavor possibilities has opened for me! There are so many spice and herb combinations I want to experiment with. Would you guys be interested in more savory granola recipes? Let me know in the comments!
Anyways, I am LOVING this granola for snacks and topping things with. I think you’ll really enjoy it too and I am sure you’ll find some fun ways to use it just like I have.
Here’s to thinking outside of the box when it comes to traditional food items! 🙂
Do you tend to prefer sweet or savory flavors more?
Have you ever made savory granola before?
What’s your DREAM granola flavor?
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I usually prefer sweet granolas, but I could imagine this being a really yummy topping for salads. A friend and I were talking a few days ago about how God had all these flavor profiles before eternity and He knew that we were going to figure them out. That’s so COOL, and I love how the discovery of God’s flavors and creation is just endless!
Thanks lovely!! Let me know if you try this!! It would be a GREAT topping for salad!!
Never in a million years would I think to try a savory granola, but this looks INCREDIBLE. LOVE this idea!!
Thank you so much!!
i cant decide between sweet or savory….i will take a little bit of both :p
I like a bit of both as well!
This is so smart! I love southwestern seasoned anything. I’ve never thought of making a granola flavored that way, though. Can’t wait to give this a try! Thanks for sharing your delicious, unique recipe with us at Merry Monday this week!
Thanks so much Marie!! I hope you give it a try!
savory granola….im still processing, and I love it
Haha! Thanks bud! LMK if you try it!!
Savory granola is such a fantastic idea! I love taco seasoning on pretty much anything!
RIGHT?! Taco seasoning is so good on ANYTHING!!!
I suppose I prefer sweet granola – but to be completely honest, I never even HEARD of savory granola until just now!! Mind slightly blown. I guess I’ll have to give it a try 🙂
*Maisy
Thanks Maisy!! Let me know if you give this a try!!
I’ve never heard of a savory granola before, but this sounds good! Thanks for sharing at the What’s for Dinner link up!
Glad to introduce you to the SAVORY world of granola!! You will LOVE this.
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I’ve never thought to do a savory granola. I’m going to have to give this a try. Thanks for sharing on the Healthy Living Link Party!
Thank you so much!!
My first reaction was total skepticism followed by being totally excited about trying something out of the box like this! It’s not often I feel that about food, thanks for posting such a creative idea that I can’t wait to try!
Thanks love! I think you will REALLY like this recipe for a healthy snack!!
Thanks for sharing at the What’s for Dinner link up – Have a wonderful week!
Thanks Helen!!
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