Name: Grain-free Lemon Pistachio Granola
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Healthy
Ingredients: 1 cup raw pistachios, shells removed and roughly chopped; ¼ cup flax seeds; ¼ cup hemp hearts; ¼ cup pumpkin seeds; ¼ coconut flakes, unsweetened; ½ tsp ceylon cinnamon; ¼ cup honey; Juice of ½ lemon; ½ tsp fine sea salt

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If you're looking for a crunchy, flavorful breakfast that's as nourishing as it is satisfying, this Grain-Free Lemon Pistachio Granola is for you. Bursting with bright citrus and nutty flavours, it’s a refreshing twist on traditional granola—without the grains. Going grain-free or reducing grains in your diet can help support better blood sugar balance, reduce inflammation, and ease digestive issues, making it a great choice for women managing PCOS or insulin resistance. Plus, it’s just really delicious! I love to eat this granola with greek yogurt and some fresh summer fruits, like peaches and blueberries.

jar of granola with cut lemons on the side

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Grain-free Lemon Pistachio Granola

Why you’ll love this recipe

It’s a great way to build a PCOS-friendly plate by adding fibre, protein and fat to your breakfast.
It’s gluten-free and grain-free, making it great for reducing inflammation.
It’s full of omega-3 fatty acids, which have proven benefits for women with PCOS.
It takes 20 minutes to make and it is super easy.
It can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container for 1 month.
It’s delicious!

Ingredients you'll need

Raw pistachios, shells removed
Flax seeds
Hemp hearts
Pumpkin seeds
Coconut flakes, unsweetened
Sea salt
Ceylon cinnamon
Honey
Fresh lemon juice

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Equipment

Instructions

Prepare. Preheat the oven to 300°F. Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Combine the ingredients. In a large bowl combine the pistachios, flax seeds, hemp hearts, pumpkin seeds, coconut flakes, sea salt and cinnamon.

Add the honey into a small microwave-safe bowl. Heat in the microwave for 30 seconds, or until the honey has a thin consistency. Squeeze the juice of ½ a lemon into the same bowl and stir to combine.

Pour the honey and lemon mixture into the dry mixture and mix thoroughly. Spread the mixture in a thin layer across the prepared baking sheet.

bowl of yogurt and fruit with jat of granola

Bake the granola. Place the baking sheet in the oven for 10 minutes. Turn the baking sheet and bake for another 8 minutes. Let the granola completely cool on the baking sheet. Once cool, break it apart and store in an airtight container.

Storage

Store the granola in an airtight container for up to one month.

How to Serve

This granola is best served on your favourite type of yogurt or smoothie bowl. I prefer to serve this with greek yogurt, peaches and blueberries because I like the way they pair with the lemon flavour of the granola. One serving of this granola and a serving of greek yogurt would give you a hgh-protein breakfast that will keep you full all morning.

If you are dairy-free, you can enjoy this granola over your favourite oat or coconut-based yogurt. However, note that the protein content will not be as high. You can try adding your favourite plant-based protein powder to this.

mason jar of granola and bowl of yogurt and fruit

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Author: Kristina
Total Time: 20
Yield: 8 1x
Diet: Gluten Free

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This grain-free lemon pistachio granola is zesty, crunchy, and naturally sweetened—perfect for a hormone-friendly breakfast. Packed with healthy fats, protein, and fiber to help support balanced blood sugar and keep you feeling full.

Ingredients

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1 cup raw pistachios, shells removed and roughly chopped

¼ cup flax seeds

¼ cup hemp hearts

¼ cup pumpkin seeds

¼ coconut flakes, unsweetened

½ teaspoon ceylon cinnamon

¼ cup honey

Juice of ½ lemon

½ tsp fine sea salt

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 300°F. Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
In a large bowl combine the 1 cup chopped pistachios, ¼ cup flax seeds, ¼ cup hemp hearts, ½ cup pumpkin seeds, ¼ coconut flakes, 1 teaspoon sea salt and ½ teaspoon ceylon cinnamon.
Add the honey into a small microwave-safe bowl. Heat in the microwave for 30 seconds, or until the honey has a thin consistency. Squeeze the juice of ½ a lemon into the same bowl and stir to combine.
Pour the honey and lemon mixture into the dry mixture and mix thoroughly. Spread the mixture in a thin layer across the prepared baking sheet and place it in the oven for 10 minutes. Turn the baking sheet and bake for another 8 minutes.
Let the granola completely cool on the baking sheet. Once cool, break it apart and store in an airtight container.