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The BEST Super Nutty Granola Yogurt Topping!

September 15, 2010 by DanicasDaily 12 Comments

Happy Hump Day all!  You know, I am so tired today that I really pondered just letting my goofy Wordless Wednesday count as today’s post, but MY FOOD was so good, I just had to share it 😀

My day started off with some Super Nutty Granola Topping.  But, this isn’t any ole granola topping ~ it’s GLUTEN FREE. DIABETIC FRIENDLY & VEGAN, but, based on the flavor, you would never guess it’s good for you!

Greek Yogurt with Super Nutty Granola Topping

I topped 1 c TJ’s FF Greek Yogurt with 2 Tbsp Super Nutty Granola & 1 Tbsp Agave Nectar. (5 pts) As promised last night, here is the recipe as adapted from The South Beach Diet Super Charged Book!

INGREDIENTS

1/2 c Slivered almonds

1/2 c Unsweetened coconut

1/2 c Whole Flaxseed

1/2 c Pecans, chopped

1/2 c Pumpkin seeds

1/2 c Sunflower seeds

1/2 c Walnuts, chopped

2 Tbsp butter

2 tsp Ground cinnamon

2 tsp Vanilla extract

2 tsp Agave Nectar

INSTRUCTIONS

1.  Heat the oven to 325F.

2.  In a large bowl, combine first seven ingredients.

3.  Melt butter in microwave for 45 seconds. Remove and whisk in the agave, cinnamon and vanilla. Pour over nut mixture and toss to combine.

4.  Spread mixture on a baking sheet and bake, tossing every 5 minutes, for 20 to 25 minutes, or until lightly golden. Cool on a rack. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Makes about 2 1/2 cups, 40 1 Tablespoon servings.

Nutritional information per 1 Tablespoon serving, 2 points+.

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Part 2 ~ (Veggies)  of my breakfast was the leftover Jicama Hash Browns.  The Husband thinks I am crazy for eating sweet then salty things, but, it has never bothered me. (1 pt)

Jicama Hash Browns

My breakfast kept me full all morning so I skipped my mid morning snack.  I LOVE It when that happens.

I wasn’t really sure what to call lunch ~ is it a wrap, a burrito, a lettuce cup?  Hmmm, I think I’ll call them Tuna Lettuce Wraps.

Tuna Lettuce Wraps

I really wanted to eat my Mayo-Less Tuna with crackers or on bread, but, I kept thinking, how do I get my 2 cups of veggies at lunch in.  I was expecting this to be too tasty, but, as it turns out, I absolutely LOVED it ~ it was light, crispy and refreshing.

Served up with snap peas and the BEST cantaloupe I think I’ve ever had. (1 pt)

Melon and Snap Peas

1/2 of my Mayo-Less Tuna Salad ~ 3 oz of tuna + 3 Organic Romaine Lettuce Leaves = 3 Tuna Lettuce Wraps (3 pts)

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Tonight was Weigh IN and I LOST ANOTHER 1.2 LBs bringing my total for September to 6.8 LBS lost.  I am happy, but, definitely see where I can improve on my exercise.

I snacked on a 2 point cheesestick during the meeting….I am totally a sucker for things with riddles….anyone know the anser???

Precious String Cheese

A BUNNY GUY 😀  Yup, I am easily entertained like that.

Have you ever just been cooking away and decide you need to stop and take random pictures of what you are making because it looks “pretty”?

Don’t mind that I am not doing steps for tonight’s recipe….I just looked at everything dumped in the bowl and thought….ohhh, that’s a good picture LOL!

Random Food Photo

Tonight’s dinner was AWESOME ~ SPINACH & 4 CHEESE LASAGNA!

Spinach & Four Cheese Lasagna

This recipe comes from the South Beach Diet Super Quick Cookbook. I honestly LOVE this cookbook because it has PICTURES and the recipes are quick/easy to follow with LOTS of veggie ideas!

South Beach Diet Spinach and Four-Cheese Lasagna Recipe

This is in their make ahead section so it doesn’t count as their Super Quick part I think.

SBD Spinach & 4-Cheese Lasagna

It totally reminds me of Spinach & Cheese Ravioli’s but better!  I used Italian Seasoning for the Oregano and omitted the Nutmeg. (7 points for 1/8th of it!)

Spinach & 4 cheese Lasagna

Served up with a simple garden salad topped with Newman’s Light Lime Vinaigrette (2 pts)

Quick romaine salad

Tomorrow I am helping Zesty HELP THE STUDENTS ~ Be sure to stop by Zesty Cook, say hi and check out my Guest post!

Night all!

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Comments

  1. 1

    Josie says

    September 15, 2010 at 10:02 pm

    Really Dancia!! Do you ever post yucky food?? I think NOT! Congrats on the weightloss..YAY!! I have had a tough week, but WI tomorrow am . soo we shall see. 🙂

    Reply
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    Lauren says

    September 16, 2010 at 3:53 am

    Love these recipes. THe granola sounds awesome and definitely super crunchy! Just the way I like my granola. 🙂

    Reply
  3. 3

    whitney says

    September 16, 2010 at 5:45 am

    I know I say this all the time but honestly you cook some of the best recipes.

    My mom NEVER cooks which is what turned me onto cooking. I hate following recipes but I know whenever I visit your blog I am going to have a new delicious recipe I must try.

    Reply
  4. 4

    tj says

    September 16, 2010 at 7:42 am

    Congrats on the loss this week! 🙂 You are rocking September! 🙂 whoohooo!

    Can I get a slice of that lasagna? lol 🙂

    Reply
  5. 5

    janetha g. says

    September 16, 2010 at 9:23 am

    book. marked. YUM! both the lasagna and tuna salad i want to make. your recipes always are the best.. your comments above are absolutely right!

    Reply
  6. 6

    Mary (What's Cookin' with Mary) says

    September 16, 2010 at 9:48 am

    Just made a lasagne for Brian and spinach would have been a great addition. I tried out the no boil noodles for the first time…. Wouldn’t do that again. I also forgot to buy cheese?! Who am I LOL So.. ended up just rolling with cottage cheese inside and parm on top. Lasagne partial fail. HAHA

    Your tuna lettuce wraps look GOOD!

    Reply
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    Biz says

    September 16, 2010 at 11:55 am

    Wow, look at how low in carb that granola is!! I usually don’t have any because its usually not “insulin worthy” although I know its good carbs.

    Thanks!

    Reply
  8. 8

    Sami says

    September 16, 2010 at 12:08 pm

    great tuna wrap idea! i need to get to the grocery store STAT. i’m running out of alll thing veggie! NOOO GOOD.

    Reply
  9. 9

    Jess @ Eat, Drink and Be Merry! says

    September 16, 2010 at 8:46 pm

    I want to come live with you! LOL.. I swear, I need a “wife”–someone who will cook me lots of great, healthy things. See, I have no problem eating healthy, it’s cooking that’s the issue. I BURN everything and most of the time my food doesn’t taste or look that great. I love looking at yours though 🙂

    Reply
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    Martha@simple-nourished-living says

    September 18, 2010 at 11:32 am

    Your spinach lasagna looks delicious. Such a healthy satisfying dinner option, especially with a big salad. Just curious why you left the nutmeg out? I love what a little grating of fresh nutmeg does to spinach. It’s magical.

    Reply
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    DanicasDaily says

    September 20, 2010 at 8:31 am

    Hi Martha,

    Thanks! I am with you on adding the nutmeg, but, The Husband can ALWAYS detect it when I do and is like, there is a funky spice in here – what is it?! So, to spare him, I leave it out 🙂

    Danica

    Reply
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    leigh ann says

    January 10, 2011 at 12:40 pm

    I love the granola recipe. I have to eat gluten free and a lot of foods have hidden gluten in them. I will be making this for sure.

    Reply

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Whether she’s enjoying a dish at a local restaurant or whipping up a crowd-pleasing, nutritious meal at home, Danica has a passion for all things food. She believes in and follows the Weight Watchers principle of “all things in moderation” and chronicles her culinary adventures here. Besides sharing her daily eats and tasty, nutritious recipes, Danica connects others seeking a healthier lifestyle on her site and shares her travel adventures around the world.

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