Zest of 1 large orange, preferably organic
2 tablespoons granulated sugar of choice
4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (use certified gluten-free oats for gluten-free granola)
1½ cups raw pecans (or other nuts or seeds*)
1 teaspoon fine-grain sea salt
½ teaspoon cinnamon
½ cup melted coconut oil (or olive oil)
½ cup maple syrup or honey
1 cup dried cranberries