Safflower Seed Granola Bars
Safflower Seed Granola Bars are a crunchy, energy-dense snack made primarily from roasted safflower seeds, oats, and a binding agent like honey or syrup. They are a modern, health-conscious take on the classic granola bar, often found in health food stores or homemade. The bars originated as a nutritious, portable snack option, drawing on the traditional use of safflower seeds in various cuisines.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
These bars are typically high in healthy fats and carbohydrates, providing a good source of dietary fiber and plant-based protein. A single bar generally offers around 180-220 calories, along with key nutrients like magnesium and iron.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 195 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 24 g |
| Fat | 9 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 8 g |
| Sodium | 45 mg |
| Magnesium | 45 mg |
| Iron | 1.8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 110 mg |
| Vitamin E | 2.5 mg |
| Manganese | 0.8 mg |
| Copper | 0.3 mg |
| Zinc | 1.2 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.15 mg |
Per 1 bar (55 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Safflower seeds are a unique, nutty-tasting ingredient that is an excellent source of vitamin E and healthy unsaturated fats, making these bars a more heart-healthy alternative to some traditional nut-based granola bars.
