My go-to breakfast, especially in the colder months is always oatmeal. There are so many different ways to flavor it that the possibilities are endless. However, even with so many customization options, variety is still needed. After a recent trip to the Whole Foods oatmeal bar, I noticed they had quinoa as another option. This, I decided, was something I was definitely going to have to experiment with at home.
Experiment I did as I created this slightly sweet, protein-filled quinoa porridge that will fill you up and give you the healthy fuel you need to power you through your morning. A serving of this porridge contains 8 g of complete protein, just from quinoa alone--plus 7 g from chopped almonds. That's almost equal to 1/2 block of tofu! The stevia and vanilla extract your sweet tooth without rocking your blood sugar. Enjoy!
YIELDS
2 servings
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- 2 cups almond milk
- 1/2 cup quinoa
- 1/3 cup chopped almonds
- 1/4 cup dried cherries
- 2 tsp stevia
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
1. In a small saucepan, bring the milk and quinoa to a low boil, cover and simmer for 15 - 20 min, adding more milk if necessary.
2. Stir in the stevia and vanilla extract.
3. Add in the cherries and almonds and mix well.
4. Garnish with additional almonds and cherries and serve.
Also by Kathryn: Rainbow Spring Rolls with Carrot Ginger Sauce
Related: Blueberry Citrus Quinoa Pilaf
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Photos: Kathryn Farrugia
