nutty topping

recipe adapted from shutterbean

(12 servings)

1/2 cup sliced almonds

1/2 cup pumpkin seeds

1/2 cup sunflower seeds

2 tablespoons sesame seeds

1/2 cup wheat germ

1 pinch of salt

1/3 cup maple syrup

In a large pan, toast the almonds and pumpkin seeds over medium-high heat, stirring, for about 1 minute. Add the sunflower seeds and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the sesame seeds to the pan. Cover and cook, shaking the pan, about 30 seconds. Transfer the seed preparation to a bowl. Add the wheat germ, salt and maple syrup. Stir.

nutrition facts per 27 g : 115 calories; 6.9 g fat; 1.8 g dietary fibers; 5.8 g sugars; 4.3 g protein