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Muesli is a versatile and nutritious Indian breakfast option that can be tailored to fit various tastes and dietary preferences. Cooking muesli on a pan with nuts adds a delightful crunch and enhances the flavors, making it a satisfying and wholesome meal. This method of preparation helps to toast the ingredients, which intensifies their natural flavors and nutty aromas.

Ingredients for Muesli:
1. Rolled oats
2. Mixed nuts (such as almonds, cashews, and walnuts)
3. Seeds (like sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, and sesame seeds)
4. Dried fruits (such as raisins, dates, or figs)
5. Spices (cinnamon, cardamom, or nutmeg)
6. Sweetener (honey, jaggery, or maple syrup, optional)

To make the muesli recipe, in a large bowl combine rolled oats, almonds, walnuts, pistachios, pecan, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, unsweetened coconut slices or flakes, sea salt, cinnamon, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract or vanilla essence and mix well.

Transfer the muesli mixture to a broad non-stick pan. Cook on a medium to low flame for 12 to 15 minutes, while stirring continuously. Let the muesli cool completely. Store Muesli with nuts in an airtight container.

Serving Suggestions for Muesli with nuts:
Enjoy your Indian style muesliwith yogurt, milk, or a plant-based alternative or have it plain.
Use it as a topping for smoothies or as a crunchy layer in parfaits.

Pro tips for Muesli with nuts. 1. In a large bowl put 2 cups rolled oats. You could also use quick cooking rolled oats. quick cooking rolled oats are a great source of protein for Vegetarians. It is rich in soluble fibre (to make it good for diabetics), which helps lower blood LDL cholesterol, the so-called "Bad" cholesterol. 2. Add 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup. By minimizing the amount of honey or maple syrup, muesli retains its health benefits while still offering a satisfying taste. If you are not going to add dried fruits then increase the amount of honey used based on your preferences. Many muesli recipes incorporate dried fruits like raisins, cranberries, or apricots, which naturally add sweetness to the dish.

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Muesli with Nuts recipe - How to make Muesli with Nuts

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Preparation Time:    Cooking Time:    Total Time:    Makes 7 servings

Ingredients
Method
Making muesli with nuts mixture
    Making muesli with nuts mixture
  1. To make the {span class="bold1"}muesli recipe{/span}, in a large bowl combine rolled oats, almonds, walnuts, pistachios, pecan, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, unsweetened coconut slices or flakes, sea salt, cinnamon, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract or vanilla essence and mix well.

Roasting muesli
    Roasting muesli
  1. Transfer the muesli mixture to a broad non-stick pan.
  2. Cook on a medium to low flame for 12 to 15 minutes, while stirring continuously.
  3. Let the muesli cool completely in the same pan for optimal crispiness. Leave it to cool undisturbed for 45 minutes, stirring once halfway through to ensure even cooling.
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  1. what is Muesli with nuts made of ? See below image of list of ingredients for muesli.

making Muesli mixture
  1. In a large bowl put 2 cups rolled oats. You could also use quick cooking rolled oats. Oats are a great source of protein for Vegetarians. It is rich in soluble fibre (to make it good for diabetics), which helps lower blood LDL cholesterol, the so-called "Bad" cholesterol.
     
  2. Add 1/4 cup  chopped almonds (badam). Almonds balance your cholesterol levels. almonds have a very low glycemic index and good for diabetics.
     
  3. Add 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (akhrot). Eating a handful of Walnuts a day is said to increase good cholesterol (HDL). Walnuts are rich in Omega 3 Fatty Acids which contain high amounts of DHA which improve thinking power in adults and excellent for brain health for kids.
     
  4. Add 1/4 cup  chopped pistachios (unslated). These nuts are also a very good source of protein. Like walnuts and almonds, pistachios can also cut heart disease risk. Its high monounsaturated fat content may actually lower cholesterol levels in the blood.
     
  5. Add 1/4 cup pecan (optional). Pecans are packed with monounsaturated fats, which help lower bad cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. The fiber and healthy fats in pecans help regulate blood sugar levels, making them a suitable snack for people with diabetes.
     
  6. Add 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds. Pumpkin seeds are a very good source of minerals like phosphorus, magnesium, manganese, zinc, iron and copper.
     
  7. Add 2 tbsp sunflower seeds (surajmukhi ke beej). Balances Cholesterol levels: Sunflower Seeds are very rich in Vitamin E that can fight free radical damage, which leads to cholesterol oxidation.
     
  8. Add 1/2 cup unsweetened  coconut slices or flakes.   coconut has saturated fats but most of it is MCT (Medium Chain Triglycerides) which promote weight loss. The high fibre content of 13.6 gm (45.3% of RDA) along with high lauric acid content of coconut improves cholesterol levels in the body.
     
  9. Add 1/2 tsp sea salt (khada namak). A small amount of sea salt can bring out the sweetness of the fruits and nuts in muesli, enhancing the overall taste.
     
  10. Add 1/4 tsp cinnamon (dalchini) powder. Cinnamon adds a warm, aromatic flavor that complements the sweetness of the muesli.
     
  11. Add 2 tbsp  honey or maple syrup. By minimizing the amount of honey or maple syrup, muesli retains its health benefits while still offering a satisfying taste. If you are not going to add dried fruits then increase the amount of honey used based on your preferences.  Many muesli recipes incorporate dried fruits like raisins, cranberries, or apricots, which naturally add sweetness to the dish. 
     
  12. Add 1/2 tsp vanilla extract or  vanilla essence. Vanilla pairs well with a variety of ingredients commonly found in muesli, such as nuts, seeds, and dried fruits.
     

cooking Muesli
  1. Transfer the muesli mixture to a broad non-stick pan and mix well.
     
  2. Cook on a medium to low flame for 12 to 15 minutes,  stirring continuously.
     
  3. Let the muesli cool completely in the same pan for optimal crispiness.  Leave it to cool undisturbed for 45 minutes, stirring once halfway through to ensure even cooling.              
     
  4. Indian style healthy muesli. 
  5. Indian style healthy muesli with milk,  almond milk, low fat milk  or any milk of your choice. 
  6. Indian style Muesli with greek yoghurt or curd or low fat curds.

pro tips for Muesli
  1. In a large bowl put 2 cups rolled oats.  You could also use quick cooking rolled oats. Oats are a great source of protein for Vegetarians. It is rich in soluble fibre (to make it good for diabetics), which helps lower blood LDL cholesterol, the so-called "Bad" cholesterol.
     
  2. Add 1/4 cup  chopped almonds (badam). Almonds balance your cholesterol levels. almonds have a very low glycemic index and good for diabetics.
     
  3. Add 2 tbsp  honey or maple syrup. By minimizing the amount of honey or maple syrup, muesli retains its health benefits while still offering a satisfying taste. If you are not going to add dried fruits then increase the amount of honey used based on your preferences.  Many muesli recipes incorporate dried fruits like raisins, cranberries, or apricots, which naturally add sweetness to the dish. 
     
  4. Add 2 tbsp sunflower seeds (surajmukhi ke beej). Balances Cholesterol levels: Sunflower Seeds are very rich in Vitamin E that can fight free radical damage, which leads to cholesterol oxidation.
     

benefits of Muesli with nuts
  1. Muesli with nuts  is rich in below macronutrients, vitamins and minerals given in descending order (highest to lowest). 
    1. Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) : Vitamin B1 protects nerves, helps in carbohydrate metabolism, prevents heart diseases and helps produce red blood cells. Indian Foods rich in B1 are Flax seeds (alsi), Sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, Garden cress seeds (halim), capsicum, whole wheat flour ,  chana dal, moong, walnuts, masoor dal, brown rice ,  jowar, bajra. 40% of RDA.
    2. Phosphorus : Phosphorus rich Indian foods works closely with calcium to build bones. Phosphorus rich Indian foods like dairy products ( milk, paneer, curds), nuts ( almonds, peanuts, walnuts) , seeds, jowar, bajra, moong, matki, oats, ragi, whole wheat flour etc. 35% of RDA.
    3. Magnesium : Magnesium is required for formation of bones and teeth. It helps in the metabolism of calcium and potassium. magnesium rich Indian foods like leafy vegetables ( spinach, broccoli,  kale), pulses ( rajma, chawli, moong ), nuts (walnuts, almonds) , cereals (  jowar, bajra, whole wheat flour, dalia). 28% of RDA.
    4. Fiber : Dietary fiber reduces the risk of heart disease, prevents the spike in blood sugar levels and hence super for diabetics. Consume more fruits, vegetables (green peas , carrot, bitter gourd ), dals ( chana dal, urad dal , toovar dal) moong, oats, matki, whole grains . 23% of RDA.
    5. Zinc : Zinc  is involved in collagen synthesis and this helps repair skin and helps build immunity. See our zinc rich Indian foods and recipes like pumpkin seeds, nuts, whole grains like jowar, bajra, barley. Pulses like moong, rajma, chick peas. Dals like Urad Dal, Chana Dal, Toovar Dal, Masoor Dal etc. However the grains and pulses have phytates in them which hinder zinc absorption. Hence nuts are a better source of zinc in vegan diets. 19% of RDA.
    6. Vitamin E rich foods, recipes  : Vitamin E balances cholesterol levels, repairs damaged skin and keeps hair shiny. Sources of vitamin E are sunflower seeds, nuts, mango, avocado, broccoli, spinach, olive oil. 17% of RDA.
    7. Protein : Protein is required for managing the wear and tear of all cells of the body. Have protein rich Indian foods like curds, paneer, Greek yoghurt, tofu, almonds, sprouts, chana, rajma, chick peas, quinoa, buckwheat ). 15% of RDA.

Nutrient values per serving
Energy314 cal
Protein8.2 g
Carbohydrates24.9 g
Fiber5.7 g
Fat21.3 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Vitamin A8.6 mcg
Vitamin B10.4 mg
Vitamin B20.1 mg
Vitamin B31 mg
Vitamin C0.8 mg
Folic Acid29.2 mcg
Calcium40.7 mg
Iron2.1 mg
Magnesium98.7 mg
Phosphorus209.4 mg
Sodium3.7 mg
Potassium308.5 mg
Zinc1.9 mg
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Muesli with Nuts
 on 20 Oct 13 04:05 PM
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Tell us what you like about this recipe like taste, texture, ease of cooking, occasion you cooked it for. Did your family and friends enjoy this recipe?
Muesli
 on 21 Jun 13 03:26 PM
5

the use of sugar in this dish is less but tit is balanced by the sultanas added and also by the fruit in this recipe