If you like overnight oats in the morning, you’ll love this Quinoa Breakfast Bowl that is packed with protein, crunch, and flavor!
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For some, quinoa wouldn’t be their first thought when it comes to breakfast, but quinoa is actually just as filling as oatmeal and it provides slightly more fiber per serving than oatmeal.
Quinoa is a plant species and its seeds are high in both fiber and protein. Quinoa has been a staple crop in South America for thousands of years, although it didn’t begin to get really popular in the United States until around 2006/2007 when restaurants started putting it on their menus. Diners have said they like it because of its unique flavor and texture.
You will love this recipe because of the texture, too, but also for the taste. The nuttiness of the quinoa, almond milk, and walnuts and the sweetness of the fruit will make you nuts for this recipe and will have you making it again and again.
If you are crazy for this recipe (which you will be), here is another simple, high protein breakfast bowl to try.
Is the Quinoa Breakfast Bowl Healthy?
As mentioned, quinoa is a great source of fiber and protein. The fiber in the quinoa and the fruit that the recipe calls for are good for the gut! Protein can help you maintain a healthy weight and keep you fuller longer.
This Quinoa Breakfast Bowl is a healthy way to start your day and works perfectly into a vegetarian or vegan diet.
Our Secret for the Perfect Quinoa
You can buy cooked quinoa, but if you want to make it yourself, don’t start before reading this! Combine quinoa and water in a medium pot. The key here is the amount of water — 1 3/4 cups of water for every 1 cup of quinoa. Bring it to a boil, cover, reduce the heat, and then let it simmer for 15 minutes. Take the pot off the heat source and let it sit while covered for 10 minutes. Remove the lid and fluff with a fork!
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt (optional)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
- Sliced banana
- Blueberries or other fresh fruit of choice
- Almond butter or peanut butter
- Chopped walnuts or pecans
- Hemp seeds
- Yogurt (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS
Heat
Combine quinoa, almond milk, and flavorings in a saucepan and heat.
Assemble
Pour the warm quinoa into a bowl.
Top
Add your favorite fruits, nuts, seeds, and a touch of yogurt to the bowl.
Serve
Enjoy your nutrient-packed breakfast bowl.
Devour!
FAQs & Tips
You can store this in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, however, we would recommend leaving out the fruit and doing that part of the recipe when you are ready to eat.
We recommend white quinoa because of its mild flavor and availability.
Yes! You can eat about two cups or one bowl of quinoa in a day.
Serving Suggestions
You are already getting protein thanks to this recipe with the quinoa and peanut (or almond) butter, but why not add more? This dish can be served with eggs and avocados. As for the fruit, the sky’s the limit! You can choose blueberries, bananas, peaches, raspberries and even add in some chia seeds if you want. Chia seeds contain antioxidants, fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids.
If this recipe has got you craving breakfast bowls, try this paleo recipe. If you are dairy-free, start off your day with this quinoa smoothie bowl.
Breakfast Quinoa Bowls
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt optional
- 1 tbsp maple syrup optional
- Sliced banana
- Blueberries or other fresh fruit of choice
- Almond butter or peanut butter
- Chopped walnuts or pecans
- Hemp seeds
- Yogurt optional
Instructions
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In a small saucepan, combine the cooked quinoa, almond milk, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and maple syrup if desired. Stir the mixture over medium heat until everything is well heated.
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Transfer the warm quinoa mixture to a serving bowl.
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Top the quinoa with sliced banana, fresh blueberries, a dollop of almond butter or peanut butter, a sprinkle of chopped nuts, and a scattering of hemp seeds. Add a spoonful of yogurt if you like.
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DEVOUR!
Nutrition
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