Description
A warm and comforting breakfast option made with quinoa, apples, and cinnamon, perfect for a cozy morning boost.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- 1 apple, diced
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (optional)
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
- In a saucepan, combine quinoa, almond milk, diced apple, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
- Simmer for about 15 minutes, or until quinoa is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in maple syrup and walnuts if using.
- Serve warm, topped with additional apple slices and a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, use more almond milk.
- Feel free to add other toppings like raisins or coconut flakes.
- This porridge can be made ahead and reheated for a quick breakfast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Apple Cinnamon Quinoa Porridge, healthy breakfast, vegan porridge, quinoa recipes