Savor the delightful essence of a vegan citrus granola parfait, where the vibrant zests of lemon, lime, and orange meld harmoniously with rich, sweet undertones. Each layer of this parfait is a tapestry of textures and flavors – from the crunchy, nut-laden granola with its notes of pumpkin, sunflower, walnuts, almonds, and flax seeds, to the chewy sweetness of dried apricots and cranberries. Drizzled with a hint of maple syrup and vanilla, and layered with smooth, vanilla soy yogurt, this parfait is a symphony of natural flavors and wholesome ingredients. It’s a visually appealing and nutritious option, perfect for invigorating mornings or as a rejuvenating snack.
Recipe
Vegan Citrus Granola Parfait
Ingredients
- zest of 1/2 lemon
- zest of 1/2 lime
- zest of 1/2 orange
- 1 1/2 tablespoons grape seed oil
- 2 tablespoon orange juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/8 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1/8 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/8 cup raw walnuts, chopped
- 1/8 cup almonds, chopped
- 1/8 cup unsweetened dried coconut
- 1/8 cup flax seed
- 1/8 cup dried apricots, chopped
- 1/8 cup dried cranberries
- 16 ounces vanilla soy yogurt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300 degrees fahrenheit.
- Mix all of the ingredients except the yogurt together in a large bowl until combined.
- Spread the mixture into a 9x13" pan or cookie sheet.
- Bake in the oven for 15 minutes, stir, and bake for another 15 minutes.
- Remove from oven and allow the granola to cool to room temperature before munching on it.
- To serve, alternate scoops of yogurt with scoops of granola until your bowls and belly are full.
Here are the raw ingredients:
Here are the ingredients spread on a cookie sheet:
