Red Lentil Carrot Cake Granola

Carrot Cake Granola with red lentils is a delicious and healthy granola recipe. With a blend of roasted red lentils, oats, and shredded carrots, it’s a protein-packed breakfast full of sweetness and spice!  

  Need more delicious breakfast ideas? Try these pretty Pomegranate Granola Parfaits or this Skinny Make-Ahead Breakfast Casserole!

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  When I think about why I love lentils, it all comes back to my kids. As a mom of two young ones, one of my most important responsibilities is to prepare nutritious food for my kids every single day, all the while teaching them about the nutritional value of the food we eat, where it comes from, and how our food choices affect our health and well-being.  

I know it sounds a little crazy to be talking with preschoolers about this kind of thing, but if you could only be at the dinner table with our family when my 3-year-old starts explaining to her dad which of the foods on her plate contain protein… It’s quite a sight to see a little child choosing nut butter over jam, or blueberries over cake because she already knows which are the healthier choices! These are my ‘super-mom’ moments but let me assure you, we still have a long way to go. Like the times she complains about having to eat dinner because she’d rather have a “snack” instead…whatever that means! Or when she asks what we’re having for dinner and quickly adds, “but not chicken, right mommy?”  

Health Benefits of Lentils

I love cooking with lentils because they’re a great inexpensive source of protein, and because lentils are plant-based they’re also low in fat and high in fibre. They’re basically a superfood and as I’ve been learning more and more about health and nutrition over these last few years, I regret all the years I ignored these little guys.  

Since I’m a mom and a food blogger, creativity has to be the name of my game if I want my kids to learn how to eat a healthy diet. The versatility of lentils is a HUGE win for me because they shine in almost any dish! They’re perfect in dips, spreads and appetizers, they add a delicious smooth texture to pureed soups and a rich, nutty flavour in stews, curries, and stir fry, and they’re even great in baked goods like muffins, cakes or brownies. I’ve even made red lentil hummus! Since breakfast is always a challenge in our house with our busy schedules, I wanted to find a way to add lentils into our breakfast routine. After a lot of experimentation, I’ve come up with a delicious dessert-inspired, lentil-packed breakfast granola that you are going to love! Red Lentil Carrot Cake Granola is easy to make and it’s full of nutrition for the whole family!  

How to Make a Healthy Granola Recipe with Red Lentils

Our favourite way to enjoy this delicious granola is on top of some fat-free Greek yogurt, or in a parfait! My kids love it (as you can see in the video I shared!), and as a mom I love knowing they’re enjoying a healthy snack that’s good for their growing bodies and minds.  

Carrot Cake Granola is also great to eat with your favourite milk in the morning (almond milk, coconut milk, etc.) which is how my husband enjoys his. Like this recipe? You’ll love my Chocolate Coconut Granola or this delicious Blueberry Pumpkin Seed Granola! This Red Lentil Carrot Cake Granola is 8 Weight Watchers SmartPoints per serving (the recipe makes 12 large servings!), so it’s a great healthy choice for breakfast or a snack! I hope you enjoy this healthy granola recipe! Please check out my #LoveLentils video on YouTube and if you like it, give it a thumbs up and share it on social media using the hashtag #LoveLentils! Love this lentils-inspired recipe? Check out this Red Lentil Butternut Squash Soup with Roasted Honey Curry Chickpeas and Coconut Cream!

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