Keto Granola Recipe

Before we jump into this crunchy, tasty, keto-friendly recipe, let's take a second to get on the same page by establishing a good, clear definition of just what "keto" means. According to Healthline, individuals following a ketogenic, or "keto," diet are trying to put their body into ketosis, a metabolic state where the body uses fats for fuel, rather than carbohydrates. But to enter ketosis, you need to drastically reduce the number of carbs you consume. As such, keto diets are very low in carbs and high in fats. 

Got it? Low carb, high fat, and when said fats are the healthy kind and when you get enough exercise, your body becomes very good at burning fat. And this efficient use of fat means that you could lose weight. This recipe from chef and recipe developer Susan Olayinka of The Flexible Fridge? Oh, it's got the good stuff when it comes to fats. As in nuts, seeds, egg, and coconut oil. And of course, the carbs are at an absolute minimum, while the flavor is as big as the jolt of energy you'll feel after enjoying your snack.

Aside from the taste and the keto-friendly nature of it all, the best thing about this recipe is that it's easy. Like, really easy. Like, three steps and done, easy. 

Start by preheating the oven to 185 F, then separate and measure your ingredients. Next, combine the cashews, almonds, mixed seeds, coconut flakes, melted coconut oil, sweetener, egg whites, and that bit of salt together in a mixing bowl. Stir them to blend everything together.

While this keto granola is quite tasty, it might not feel like a complete, satisfying meal for some folks. So let's talk about a few foods you can add to the mix without throwing off the keto part of the meal. Lots of fruit is naturally high in carbs, but according to Everyday Health, berries are a decent choice if you're looking to make breakfast a bit richer. Cauliflower and broccoli are both good choices to snack on at lunch, as area lean deli meats. And if you need something to crunch on alongside your granola, try seaweed chips or, of course, more seeds and nuts. You can also eat your granola with milk as a cereal, but make sure you choose a keto-friendly milk alternative, like almond or coconut milk. Just pay attention to added sugars and net carbs.