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Home » Breakfast » Recipe ReDux #18 Blueberry Vanilla Flax Granola

Recipe ReDux #18 Blueberry Vanilla Flax Granola

Published: Apr 22, 2015 · Modified: Apr 13, 2019 by Rebecca Pytell · This post may contain affiliate links.

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A delightful gluten-free granola full of whole grains, sweet blueberry, real vanilla bean, and omega-packed flax seed. With no added sugar or oil, this healthy vegan granola will be perfect for breakfast, a snack, or topping for dessert!

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April’s Theme - Spring Cleaning: Go through your pantry, cupboards, freezer, or fridge; what ‘treasures’ have you found? Pick an ingredient/spice/condiment that’s been hanging out for a while and give it the attention it needs. Share a healthy recipe made using your new-found pantry prize.

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You all know I'm the spice queen and I even had to bring all (most) of my spices, herbs, and extracts down to DC with me. They are all in my bottom dresser drawer! I really do have just about every spice you could possibly need....ever. Once you learn not to be scared of flavor and how to enhance the natural beauty of food with them, you'll never stop. One "spice" I had never used until a few months ago was an actual real vanilla bean. The expensive whole beans that come 2 in a jar for like $11. Yea, that's probably why I never had them to use!

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I love vanilla and you all know how I love my Pure Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Extract! (Gotta have the real deal!). But if I'm not using extract, or God forbid, I have none, a vanilla bean is even better! A glorious long skinny black bean. Shriveled, thin, kinda sticky. When you lightly slice it open, teeny-tiny little black dots get ALL over! Haha, but it's a beautiful thing!

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These funny skinny beans fell into my hands when Frieda's sent me a produce box back during the winter. I had them for a while packed away, not sure how or what to use them in. When I did come across them again and realized they were sadly sitting there, it hit me. Granola of course! What better way to use real vanilla beans than in a delightful granola?

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I came across those beans, but also a bag of freeze-dried blueberries. It was a message from the granola gods that had to be answered with some baking! And the message was also clear with what new combo I would make. Blueberry + vanilla + flax! One of the first granolas I ever had was Kind's Vanilla Blueberry Cluster Granola with Flax Seeds. Since I make my own granola now (and make it healthier), this was the perfect time to so a "copy-cat" inspired type of recipe. Which I did and it was perfect, so much better than the original too 😉

Blueberry Vanilla Flax Granola

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Blueberry Vanilla Flax Granola

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A delightful gluten-free granola full of whole grains, sweet blueberry, real vanilla bean, and omega-packed flax seed. With no added sugar or oil, this healthy vegan granola will be perfect for breakfast, a snack, or topping for dessert!

  • Author: Rebecca Pytell
  • Yield: 5 Cups 1x
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack, Granola
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 Cups Gluten-Free Rolled Oats
  • 1 Cup Puffed Rice
  • 1 Cup Puffed Millet
  • ¼ Cup Milled Flax Seed
  • 1 ½ Cups (42g) Freeze-Dried Blueberries
  • ½ Cup (1 Jar) Apple Blueberry Puree
  • 1 TB Stevia Syrup
  • ½ Tsp Pure Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Extract
  • ½ Vanilla Bean (scraped)
  • 2 TB Ground Raw Cashews
  • Dash of Cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325ºF.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all dry ingredients: oats, rice, millet, flax, blueberries, cashew meal, and cinnamon. Give it a stir. Then add the wet: apple blueberry puree, stevia syrup, vanilla, and vanilla bean. Give everything another stir and make sure all in Incorporated and mingled together.
  3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat and spread the granola out evenly on the sheet. Bake in the oven for 25 minutes, stirring once, half-way through.
  4. Remove and let cool before storing in an airtight jar....or digging in immediately!

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What did this granola teach me? That I should never "forget" about an ingredient. If I do, I need to make it memorable and use it in some granola. When in doubt, granola it up! Granola kinda is the perfect "spring clean" thing to make! Throw odds and ends in a bowl and bake it. When it's done, you'll have a delicious granola 😉

So tell me:

+ Have you ever used a real vanilla bean?

+ If you come across a random forgotten ingredient in your pantry, what do you do with it? Let it sit or find some inspiration to use it?

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Comments

  1. Raia

    June 05, 2015 at 10:46 am

    We've got some granola fiends in my family, and I'm sure they'd love this. 🙂 Thanks for sharing it at Savoring Saturdays, Rebecca! 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      June 05, 2015 at 11:38 am

      Haha, yes!

      Reply
  2. Stephanie

    May 04, 2015 at 12:58 pm

    Can't wait to try this! Thank you so much for linking up at Tasty Tuesday! Your recipe has been pinned to the Tasty Tuesday Pinterest board! Please join us again this week!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      May 04, 2015 at 1:36 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  3. Christine | Where The Smiles Have Been

    May 01, 2015 at 3:27 pm

    Oh my, this looks delicious!! I know my husband would love it too....he's from Maine, so he's a little obsessed with blueberries. 😉 Thank you so much for sharing this with us over at Merry Monday! Pinned! 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      May 01, 2015 at 4:02 pm

      Haha, thank you so much dear!

      Reply
  4. Honest mum

    April 29, 2015 at 6:18 pm

    This looks amazing, I love granola. Thanks for linking up to #tastytuedays

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 29, 2015 at 6:36 pm

      Same 😉 Thank you!

      Reply
  5. Creatively Homespun

    April 28, 2015 at 10:32 pm

    Hey girl!!! Thanks for linking up to Creative K Kid's Tasty Tuesdays Linky Party. I've pinned your post to the Tasty Tuesday's Pinterest board!!! Have a great week!!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 29, 2015 at 7:38 am

      Thanks!

      Reply
  6. kimmythevegan

    April 28, 2015 at 7:50 pm

    Oh do I ever love real vanilla bean! I hadn't tried it either until just a couple of years ago, but got hooked. It does cost *so* much though, so I reserve it for special occasions. This bowl may fit the perfect =)
    You always make the best breakfasts!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 29, 2015 at 12:10 am

      I think a granola is the perfect dish for it 😉 XOXO

      Reply
  7. Jennifer @ A Hungry Runner

    April 28, 2015 at 4:02 pm

    I love that granola but this does sound so much better! And, I have vanilla beans in my pantry (I was drawn to them for some reason) but have NEVER used them. Maybe now is the time? 😉

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 28, 2015 at 4:41 pm

      Yes! This recipe is your calling! Make it! And put those vanilla beans to good use 😉

      Reply
  8. Ciara (My Fussy Eater)

    April 28, 2015 at 3:33 pm

    This looks lovely. I've never tried flax in granola before but will definitely be giving it a go now. Great recipe! #tastytuesdays

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 28, 2015 at 3:59 pm

      It's a great way to amp up the nutrition!

      Reply
  9. Steph @ Steph in Thyme

    April 27, 2015 at 10:44 pm

    Yummy! I've used real vanilla bean before - but I actually prefer to use vanilla bean paste now. It's much quicker and easier, and the flavor and smell is so strong and potent! I bought a bottle at Sur La Table for $11, and it goes a long way! I add it to baked goods and smoothies. Vanilla is just divine.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 28, 2015 at 1:46 am

      I must get my hands on some! I know I would love it!

      Reply
  10. Elise @frugalfarmwife.com

    April 27, 2015 at 3:17 pm

    Yum! I love the variety of puffed grains in this recipe!

    Thanks for sharing at Waste not Want Not Wednesday.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 27, 2015 at 3:18 pm

      Me too!

      Reply
  11. Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner

    April 27, 2015 at 8:11 am

    ooh this looks fabulous I've been wanting to make my own granola. Yummy thanks for linking up with us again for Meatless Monday.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 27, 2015 at 10:15 am

      Don't wait any longer! Granola is so "stupid" easy to make!

      Reply
  12. Deborah Davis

    April 25, 2015 at 10:57 pm

    A Great Way to shake things up at breakfast! Thank you for sharing your Blueberry Flax Vanilla Granola with us at the Plant-based Potluck Party! Pinning and sharing!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 26, 2015 at 7:08 am

      It totally is!

      Reply
  13. Kim@Day7Kitchen

    April 25, 2015 at 9:37 pm

    Hi Rebecca, thanks for sharing your recipe! I'm really impressed by your photography style. How did you manage to take the photos against a pristine white background? Did you photoshop afterwards or what do you use?
    Thanks!
    ~ Kim from Day7Kitchen

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 26, 2015 at 7:08 am

      Not sure what you mean since these were taken with no lighting in a dorm room. The coloring is terribly off and these are not good photos. Please don't say they are.

      Reply
  14. Shirley @ gfe & All Gluten-Free Desserts

    April 25, 2015 at 7:01 pm

    I probably would have gone a different route with those vanilla beans (homemade Kahlua comes to mind!), but you can't go wrong with an amazing granola recipe! 🙂

    xo,
    Shirley

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 25, 2015 at 7:08 pm

      Granola will always be a winner and my got-o 😉

      Reply
  15. Sheena @ Tea and Biscuits

    April 25, 2015 at 5:13 pm

    Guilty as charged on not using foods lurking in my pantry (and freezer) I need to make a very big list and get cooking! No Trader Joes here, maybe Whole Foods will have the dried blueberries. Oh, and your granola looks delicious!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 25, 2015 at 5:55 pm

      I think we all commit that foodie-sin 😉
      These are freeze-dried and I got them online!
      And thank you! XOXO

      Reply
  16. Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table

    April 25, 2015 at 3:13 pm

    This looks fantastic! I love millet - I could put it on everything!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 25, 2015 at 4:43 pm

      ???

      Reply
      • Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table

        April 27, 2015 at 12:17 am

        The puffed millet you used... 😉

        Reply
  17. Effie

    April 25, 2015 at 4:33 am

    Real vanilla beans are lovely and bring a more subtle flavour to foods. Your granola looks lovely. Happy FF#65!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 25, 2015 at 7:28 am

      They are lovely! Thank you love!

      Reply
  18. Kierston

    April 24, 2015 at 5:34 pm

    Love the mix!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 24, 2015 at 5:55 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  19. lili

    April 24, 2015 at 5:07 pm

    Yum yum again! And yes, I love using seeds scraped out of a vanilla bean/pod and all your other ingredients!! 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 24, 2015 at 5:59 pm

      Thank you dear!

      Reply
  20. Jhuls @ The Not So Creative Cook

    April 24, 2015 at 8:35 am

    I can see that you love breakfasts. Me, too. 😀 Thanks for sharing another amazing recipe. Have a lovely weekend. xx

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 24, 2015 at 10:01 am

      The one and only best meal!

      Reply
  21. Kaila (GF Life 24/7)

    April 24, 2015 at 8:05 am

    Wow! This looks great. I've never used a vanilla bean before, but now I want to try it out. Thanks for sharing, and happy FF! 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 24, 2015 at 10:04 am

      Totally! Give it a shot with this recipe then! XOXOXO

      Reply
  22. The Healthy Apple

    April 23, 2015 at 2:25 pm

    Oh yum, aren't homemade granola recipes the best!? This looks amazing!!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 23, 2015 at 4:00 pm

      The only way! Homemade granola baking is just the best!

      Reply
  23. Georgie

    April 23, 2015 at 9:10 am

    This looks fantastic. I'm a granola addict. I always have to be careful when I make any because I want to eat it at every meal. Great shots <3

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 23, 2015 at 9:21 am

      Hahaha, I know the feeling 😉 Thanks girl!

      Reply
  24. Julie Bagamary

    April 23, 2015 at 7:17 am

    Looks yummy

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 23, 2015 at 7:18 am

      Thanks!

      Reply
  25. Kristy @ Southern In Law

    April 23, 2015 at 7:11 am

    Yuuuuuummmmmo! Vanilla beans are THE best!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 23, 2015 at 7:18 am

      Yes, yes they are!

      Reply
  26. Jessica @ Nutritioulicious

    April 22, 2015 at 10:26 pm

    What a great use of a "forgotten" ingredient! I have never used real vanilla bean, but I love the smell and taste- especially in ice cream 😉 Your granola looks fabulous!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 23, 2015 at 6:55 am

      REAL vanilla bean ice cream is the best 😉 Thanks Jessica!

      Reply
  27. genevieve @ gratitude & greens

    April 22, 2015 at 9:07 pm

    Eeeeee this granola sounds so good! I can't live without my vanilla either. I love using real vanilla beans but they're pretty pricey, so I save them for special occasions. And if I come across an ingredient that's been sitting around, I usually play around with it in the kitchen! Sometimes it ends well, sometimes not so well. But it's always a treat when things turn out well and yummy 😀

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 23, 2015 at 6:56 am

      Like this first experience with real vanilla bean! I'm glad I actually put it to use!

      Reply
  28. chrysta @ noshed

    April 22, 2015 at 8:40 pm

    I definently need this granola in my life. Im such a grazer too and its one of those foods I love to just pick at during the day. I think we are completely on the same page as well. Im such a spice hoarder and lover of all things vanilla. Rock on!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 23, 2015 at 6:57 am

      It's such a nice snack to always have on hand! Never know when the craving calls and this is super healthy to satisfy that!

      Reply
  29. Linda @ Veganosity

    April 22, 2015 at 7:50 pm

    Vanilla beans are so expensive, but so worth the money for certain recipes. I'm a huge fan of dried blueberries, love this so much Rebecca! Pinned.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 23, 2015 at 6:58 am

      Certain recipes, meaning granola, because granola is so special 😉 haha!
      These are freeze-dried though, not just chewy dried. Much more crunchy and no added sugar!

      Reply
  30. Farrah

    April 22, 2015 at 6:08 pm

    Ah, granola...I adore it a little too much! 😛

    I've definitely been trying to make something with pretty much every random forgotten ingredient I've been finding in my pantry! :]!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 6:39 pm

      Me too 😉
      I love finding weird things I forgot I had! So much fun for some weird inspiration!

      Reply
  31. Harriet Emily

    April 22, 2015 at 5:07 pm

    This granola looks absolutely divine, Rebecca! All of those flavours sound like the perfect breakfast combination - especially as I adore blueberries and vanilla! I love that you added puffed rice, millet and flax seeds in to the mix as well for some different textures. I will definitely have to try this! 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 5:16 pm

      Thank you so much love! I love adding in so many textures and flavors! My granolas have to be loaded! Never too simple!

      Reply
  32. Melanie @ Nutritious Eats

    April 22, 2015 at 4:56 pm

    I need this right now. You ship?

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 5:17 pm

      O, I can 😉

      Reply
  33. Michele @ paleorunningmomma

    April 22, 2015 at 2:48 pm

    I've never used a real vanilla bean, but I use the same extract as you and really love it. This looks so delicious, I have a weakness for blueberries! My kids do too and usually don't save for me though 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 2:53 pm

      It's the ONLY extract I will ever buy! Haha!
      Gotta start hoarding a secret stash 😉

      Reply
  34. Tianna

    April 22, 2015 at 1:26 pm

    this looks so yummy! I love blueberries and granola - must try! Thanks for sharing ♥

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 2:06 pm

      Thank you so much Tianna!

      Reply
  35. Natalie @ Feasting on Fruit

    April 22, 2015 at 12:14 pm

    The granola gods know what's up, because this flavor pairing is unbeatable!! And with vanilla bean + extract I'm sure it tastes like a vanilla dream 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 2:06 pm

      It's the most godly vanilla granola ever 😉

      Reply
  36. Alanna

    April 22, 2015 at 11:58 am

    Loving this recipe so much! Granola is one of those comfort foods for me and I love trying new ones. That vanilla bean has me really excited 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 2:07 pm

      It is a comfort food!

      Reply
  37. Miranda @ Miranda Writes Blog

    April 22, 2015 at 11:53 am

    I've never made homemade granola before but it seems so easy to do! I love that you can also customize it with what you have on hand. I can see lots of great variations I could do with this. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 2:07 pm

      WHAT!? My goodness you need to make some granola STAT!

      Reply
  38. Sarah Blodgett

    April 22, 2015 at 11:48 am

    This looks so yummy! I love homemade granola!!!
    Kisses,
    Sarah

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 2:08 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  39. Casey @ Casey the College Celiac

    April 22, 2015 at 10:59 am

    Granola is always my go-to when I have old fruit or extra ingredients lying around! What are some of your top favorite spices? I'm totally a spice virgin and I'm trying to expand my boundaries! 😀

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 1:37 pm

      EVERY THING! But my top three spices are Cinnamon, Smoked Paprika, an Turmeric! Others are Dill, Oregano, Cumin, and garam masala!

      Reply
  40. Sonali- The Foodie Physician

    April 22, 2015 at 10:52 am

    This granola looks absolutely perfect! I love using real vanilla bean, especially in creme brûlée!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 2:08 pm

      I know I'll be using it a lot more now!

      Reply
  41. Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl

    April 22, 2015 at 10:46 am

    I love, love, LOVE that you added blueberries to this!! They are one of my favorite fruits and I try to eat them AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 2:09 pm

      I love the little "blue" guys! And I love these freeze-dried ones! Super crunchy!

      Reply
  42. Sam @ PancakeWarriors

    April 22, 2015 at 10:46 am

    I have used real vanilla bean before, it's so lovely! I love making homemade ice cream with it!! This granola looks amazing - love the ingredients!!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 2:10 pm

      That's what I was thinking about the whole time! Homemade vanilla ice cream with the black dots 😉

      Reply
  43. Shashi at RunninSrilankan

    April 22, 2015 at 10:42 am

    I am not a huge fan of granola - but your combo of Apple Blueberry Puree, blueberries and vanilla might have me gobbling that bowl of granola right up!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 2:12 pm

      Sin! You have to love granola! Try any of my recipes are I will turn you into a HUGE fan 😉 XOXO

      Reply
  44. Maureen

    April 22, 2015 at 9:53 am

    This looks delicious! Always looking for a way to get more flax in my diet. Pinning!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 10:41 am

      Thanks Maureen!

      Reply
  45. Nicole

    April 22, 2015 at 9:21 am

    I enjoy making my own granola, and I'm a huge fan of flax seeds. This definitely looks like it's worth a try. Pinning!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 9:47 am

      It so is! Thank you Nicole!

      Reply
  46. Lauren Allen

    April 22, 2015 at 8:42 am

    I love homemade granola--this looks amazing and healthy! thanks!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 9:45 am

      Thank you Lauren! Homemade is the only way to go 😉

      Reply
  47. Lora

    April 22, 2015 at 8:23 am

    oooh! I LOVE granola! I am totally going to go get fruit and have coffee, fruit, and granola for lunch now! (Because you can breakfast any time of day, right!?!?)

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 9:49 am

      Breakfast 24/7! All meals every day! Haha 😉

      Reply
  48. Chelsey

    April 22, 2015 at 8:19 am

    Mmmmm this looks so good...want to put it in my yogurt now! Love that you used baby food (apple-blueberry puree) -- such a novel idea!!!! Is it wrong that apple-blueberry puree sounds SO good I want to eat it out of the jar myself?! YUM! 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 9:44 am

      No shame in eating baby food! All it is is fruit and water! Haha! I LOVE using baby food in my baking!

      Reply
  49. Heather @ FITaspire

    April 22, 2015 at 8:16 am

    Blueberry and granola is the perfect mix to me -- this sounds delicious! I don't use vanilla beans often either,I think you're right about the coast. It always makes me save it for the *next* recipe! 😉

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 9:50 am

      I know! I felt sad using them actually...but why let it sit there for "one day"! Use the goodness now!

      Reply
  50. diane

    April 22, 2015 at 8:01 am

    I too love granola and what an ideal way to utilize those neglected ingredients! Brilliant!!!!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 8:03 am

      Granola is the best catch-all for everything!

      Reply
  51. Ali the Skinny GF Chef

    April 22, 2015 at 7:53 am

    I love how you use the fruit puree to moisten. I use coconut oil for mine but I think to lower the calories I'll try your way next!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 8:02 am

      Yea, I never use oil or added sugars! Just fruits and nuts/seeds for sweetness and fats!

      Reply
  52. Vicky @ randomlittlefaves.com

    April 22, 2015 at 7:40 am

    This sounds awesome! I love a good, healthy snack and anything with blueberries and vanilla gets my attention. Pinning this for future reference!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 7:59 am

      Thank you so much Vicky!

      Reply
  53. Emily @My Healthyish Life

    April 22, 2015 at 7:35 am

    I thought of KIND's vanilla granola when I saw your title. Awesome that you made your own! Vanilla is one of my favorite smells/tastes.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 8:02 am

      It's an awesome combo! Vanilla is so yummy!

      Reply
  54. Rachel @ Athletic Avocado

    April 22, 2015 at 7:27 am

    this looks amazing! You are the granola queen! Blueberry and vanilla sounds so heavenly together! Pinned!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 8:01 am

      Sometimes I really do think I should just make my blog a granola recipe blog 😉

      Reply
  55. Susie @ SuzLyfe

    April 22, 2015 at 6:59 am

    There really is nothing like true vanilla bean, is there? I have some languishing garam masala and Chinese 5 spice that I need to put to work....

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 7:17 am

      OOOO, girl! Use that garam masala! One of my favorites! Just pour it in a dinner bowl, or for chicken, fish, anything!

      Reply
  56. Kelly

    April 22, 2015 at 6:48 am

    Granola smells so good when it's baking! Yum! Great recipe, Rebecca!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 22, 2015 at 7:13 am

      One of my favorite smells 😉

      Reply

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Pasta salad you'll be making ALL year long! 😎🥗🍝👌
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Gluten-Free Orzo Pasta Salad (Vegan, Allergy-Free) 🤤🥒🌶🍝
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This Outrageously Outstanding Orzo Salad is 👇
Gluten-Free ❤️
Allergy-Free 🧡
Vegan 💛
Sugar-Free 💚
Quick & Easy 💙
Packed with Fresh Veggies 💜
A Make-Ahead & Meal Prep Gem 🤎
Great For Healthy Lunches & Light Dinners 💗
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Greek and Mediterranean-inspired orzo pasta salad perfectly gluten-free with @delallofoods gf orzo, loads of fresh veggies, kalamata olives, artichoke hearts, and chickpeas. Tossed in a simple lemony vinaigrette with @pompeian olive oil and seasonings. 🥳😋😚
A cold pasta salad that goes beyond just summer cookouts! You'll be eating this plant-powered orzo salad all year long! 😌😁
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! 👆👆
https://strengthandsunshine.com/orzo-pasta-salad-gluten-free-vegan/
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Sweet, fruity, tropical paradise! 🤩 * Virgin St Sweet, fruity, tropical paradise! 🤩
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Virgin Strawberry Piña Coladas 😋🍓🧉🍍🥥
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These Sweet Straw-worthy Strawberry Mocktails are👇
Gluten-Free ❤️
Allergy-Free 🧡
Vegan 💛
Paleo 💚
No-Added Sugar 💙
Healthy (all fruit), Quick (less than 5 min), & Easy (3 ingredients) 💜
Perfect Summer Beverage For Kids and...EVERYONE! 💗
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Tropical vibes in a glass as you soak up the final weeks of summer sun! 🥳 Get out your blender (I used "one of" my many @nutribullet blenders), a can of @thaikitchen unsweetened light coconut milk, @dolesunshine pineapple, and strawberries (use frozen or fresh and local, but freeze them yourself)! Blend everything up smooth and creamy. Add a splash of pineapple juice if you like your mocktails less thick! 🫠🍹
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How are you spending the last full month of pure summer fun? 🥳✌️☀️
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! 👆👆
https://strengthandsunshine.com/virgin-strawberry-pina-colada/
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#piñacolada #mocktail #pinacoladas #pinacolada #strawberrypinacolada #strawberrycolada #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #allergyfree #celiac #frozendrinks #foodallergies #feedfeed #summerrecipes #glutenfreelife #healthymoms #kidapproved #thenewhealthy #vegandrink #virginpinacolada #nosugaradded #summerdrinks #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #foodallergymom #makesmewhole
Dip, Dunk, Devour! 😋 * Vegan French Toast Stick Dip, Dunk, Devour! 😋
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Vegan French Toast Sticks (Gluten-Free, Eggless) 🍞🍁😚
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These Finger-Licking Fun French Toast Sticks are :👇
Gluten-Free ❤️
Allergy-Free 🧡
Vegan 💛
Oil-Free & Sugar-Free 💚
Kid-Approved 💙
Make-Ahead & Freezer-Friendly 💜
Classic & Customizable + a Blank Canvas For Dips & Spreads 💖
Nostalgic Breakfast For You, Fun Finger Food For Kids 💗
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Grab the O.G. @aldiusa liveGfree bread that's thick, wide, and gluten-free fluffy perfection! Lightly toast or let it dry out overnight before dipping it into the secret eggless mixture of non-dairy milk (I use @thaikitchen light coconut!), @bobsredmill chickpea flour and nooch, @simplyorganicfoods cinnamon, @swervesweetie sweetener, and a splash of @watkins.1868 vanilla!
Pan-fry, coat in extra cinnamon and sugar, dip in @coombsmaple or any fun drippy dip of choice! 🥳✌️🍞
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What will you be dunking your French Toast Sticks in? 🤔
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! 👆👆
https://strengthandsunshine.com/vegan-french-toast-sticks-gluten-free/
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#frenchtoast #frenchtoaststicks #frenchtoastrecipe #veganfrenchtoast #healthybreakfastideas #kidsbreakfast #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #feedfeed #breakfastideas #veganbrunch #glutenfreelife #glutenfreevegan #breakfastfood #kidapproved #veganbreakfast #glutenfreefrenchtoast #glutenfreefood #glutenfreebreakfast #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #foodallergymom #healthyfrenchtoast
Crispy, charred, melt-in-your-mouth...CABBAGE! 🥬
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Grilled Cabbage Steaks (Gluten-Free, Vegan) 🥬😍❤️
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These Sleek Cabbage Steaks are👇
Gluten-Free ❤️
Allergy-Free 🧡
Vegan 💛
Keto & Paleo 💚
Kid-Approved 💙
Healthy & Customizable💜
Quick & Easy 💖
Simple Side Dish, Salad Addition, or Entree with Toppings 💝
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Just a plain 'ole head of green cabbage, sliced up into thick "steaks", lightly brushed with olive oil, and seasoned however you want it! 🥳😋
Grill them up and serve as is OR, load on the toppings like vegan coconut bacon, tahini, vegan sour cream, beans, nuts, seeds, etc. Go crazy!
The most delicious way to serve up cabbage! Smokey, charred, and crispy outer leaves with melt-in-your-mouth inner leaves! 🤩
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! 👆👆
https://strengthandsunshine.com/grilled-cabbage-steaks/
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#cabbage #grilledcabbage #grilledvegetables #cabbagesteaks #roastedcabbage #grilling #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #glutenfreedairyfree #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #feedfeed #grillingseason #summerfood #glutenfreelife #grillingout #foodallergymom #kidapproved #vegangrilling #vegandinner #eatrealfood #glutenfreefood #glutenfreegrilling #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease
Fire up the grill, we have some sweet, fruity, del Fire up the grill, we have some sweet, fruity, deliciousness to grill up! 😋🙌
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Perfectly Grilled Peaches (Gluten-Free, Vegan) 🍑😍❤️
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These Perfectly Peachy Summer Dessert Gems are👇
Gluten-Free ❤️
Allergy-Free 🧡
Vegan 💛
Paleo 💚
Kid-Approved 💙
Healthy & Naturally Sweet 💜
Super Easy & Quick 💖
Perfect Summer Dessert, Side, Topping, or Breakfast 💝
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Grab those beautiful, juicy, sweet local peaches (yellow or white!🥰 @theboysfarmersmarket); keep it plain, or make them for dessert with some brown sugar @swervesweetie, @countrycrock plant butter, @simplyorganicfoods cinnamon, and top a warm gooey scoop with your favorite vegan @so_delcious vanilla ice cream or homemade coconut whipped cream! 😋🥰🍑🍨🥥🥄
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! 👆👆
https://strengthandsunshine.com/how-to-grill-peaches/
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#peachseason #peach #grilledpeaches #peaches #grilledfruit #grilling #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #glutenfreedairyfree #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #feedfeed #peachesandcream #summerdessert #glutenfreelife #grilleddessert #foodallergymom #kidapproved #vegangrilling #vegandessert #glutenfreedessert #glutenfreefood #glutenfreegrilling #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease
Perfect meaty scallops...without the seafood??? 🤯
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Easy Vegan Scallops (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free) 🤤👏🥗
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These Mushroom Masquerading Scallops are 👇
Gluten-Free ❤️
Allergy-Free 🧡
Vegan & Vegetarian 💛
Keto & Low-Carb & Paleo 💚
100% Plant-Based 💙
Succulent King Oyster Mushrooms & Simple Pan Sauce💜
No-Fuss, Quick & Easy 💗
Perfect Entree or Fancy Appetizer 💖
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Back in Jersey, King Oyster Mushrooms were impossible to find. So when I saw @theboysfarmersmarket had plenty of them every week, I finally had to try the impossible! Perfect, amazing, savory, umami, meaty, tender, melt-in-your-mouth VEGAN scallops! You MUST try this super simple, quick, and easy recipe...you will wow not only your friends and family but yourself as well...trust me! 🤩✌️🙌
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! 👆👆
https://strengthandsunshine.com/vegan-scallops/
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#scallops #veganscallops #veganseafood #kingoystermushrooms #mushroomrecipes #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #feedfeed #plantbasedseafood #vegandinner #eatvegan #glutenfreelife #paleorecipes #plantbasedvegan #glutenfreedinner #thenewhealthy #ketorecipe #justeatrealfood #glutenfreefood #southfloridaliving #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #foodallergymom
No one cares about entrees during the summer...it' No one cares about entrees during the summer...it's ALL about the sides and salads! 😍😆🥗🫘
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Old-Fashioned Three Bean Salad (Gluten-Free, Vegan) 😋🥗🫘
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This Beautifully Bountiful Bean-Filled Salad is 👇
Gluten-Free ❤️
Allergy-Free 🧡
Vegan & Vegetarian 💛
Healthy, Quick, & Easy 💚
Great For Meal Prep 💙
Easy Summer Lunch, Side Dish, or Appetizer 💜
Feed A Crowd at Potlucks, Cookouts, BBQs, & Summer Grillings! 💗
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Green beans, kidney beans (my fav!), cannellini, some finely diced red onion, fresh parsley, and a sweet and tangy dressing made with @bragg apple coder vinegar, @pompeian evoo, a touch of dijon, salt, pepper, and a pinch of celery seed! A classic for a reason; it will last in the fridge all week for a quick side or light lunch too! 🤤🙌✌️
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Find tons more variations and suggestions in the post! How does your family do the classic 3 bean salad? 🤔
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! 👆👆
https://strengthandsunshine.com/three-bean-salad/
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#threebeansalad #summerrecipes #beansalad #bbqsides #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #allergyfree #celiac #mealprepping #foodallergies #feedfeed #summersalad #glutenfreelife #whatsonmyplate #healthymoms #kidapproved #thenewhealthy #potluck #greenbeans #glutenfreefood #summereats #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #foodallergymom #makesmewhole #easylunch
Say goodbye to slimy okra! We have perfectly crisp Say goodbye to slimy okra! We have perfectly crispy okra on the menu today! 😍🥳
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Crispy Air Fryer Okra (Easy, Oil-Free) 🤤👏🥗
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These Outragously Outstanding Okra are 👇
Gluten-Free ❤️
Allergy-Free 🧡
Vegan 💛
Keto & Low-Carb & Paleo 💚
Oil-Free & Sugar-Free 💙
Just Okra & Your Choice of Seasonings 💜
No-Fuss, Quick & Easy 💗
Perfect Side Dish, Appetizer, or Healthy Snack 💖
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Just grab a bunch of fresh whole beautifully green Okra from your local market (like @theboysfarmersmarket), your spices and herbs of choice (@simplyorganicfoods), toss, and let your @gowiseusa air fryer do all the crispy roasting magic! No sliminess, no stickiness, no mush! These crispy okra fries are little veggies (actually they're a fruit pod) perfection! 🥳😋
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CLICK the LINK in my BIO @rebeccagf666 for the FULL RECIPE on the BLOG! 👆👆
https://strengthandsunshine.com/air-fryer-okra/
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#okra #oilfree #airfryer #airfryerrecipes #okrarecipes #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #feedfeed #airfryerrecipe #easysidedish #healthysidedish #glutenfreelife #paleorecipes #plantbasedvegan #southernfood #thenewhealthy #ketorecipe #justeatrealfood #glutenfreefood #ketosnacks #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #foodallergymom