Meet Buckwheat—Your Gut-Friendly Swap
Despite its name, buckwheat isn’t wheat at all. It’s a gluten-free seed packed with benefits.
- High in fiber and protein
- Rich in minerals like magnesium and zinc
- Contains rutin, a powerful antioxidant that supports heart health
- Naturally low in lectins
- Easy to digest
Ingredients:
- 1 cup green buckwheat
- 3/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
Directions:
- Rinse the buckwheat and soak in water overnight.
- Rinse again an sprout for a day (depending on weather). For sprouting instructions see blog on sprouting.
- Place the buckwheat in a bowl. Add the remaining ingredients and mix.
- Place parchment paper on a cookie sheet.
- Pour the granola and spread evenly.
- Bake on 350* for 10-12 minutes or until your desired crunchiness is achieved. Be sure to mix every 2-3 minutes.
- Let cool and store in a glass container.
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