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Cinnamon Quinoa Breakfast Bowl

A balanced Mediterranean recipe with whole grains, healthy fats, and fruits. However, watch portions of sweeteners for overall balance.

Adapted from Eating Bird Food

20 mintotal
2servings
8ingredients
170kcal a serving
Cinnamon Quinoa Breakfast Bowl

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
  • 1/2 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/2 Tablespoon chia seeds (or ground flaxseed)
  • 2 Tablespoons raisins
  • 1 Tablespoon peanut or almond butter
  • maple syrup + banana slices for topping (optional)

Method

  1. Rinse quinoa: Rinse quinoa and drain.
  2. Cook quinoa: Place milk and rinsed quinoa into a small saucepan and bring to a boil.
  3. Combine ingredients: Add cinnamon and vanilla.
  4. Reduce heat: Reduce to a simmer and cook about 15 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed. Watch the pot carefully and stir often because it has a tendency to want to boil over.15 min timer
  5. Add toppings and serve: When ready to eat, place a portion of the quinoa into a bowl, drizzle with maple syrup and top with chia seeds, raisins and nut butter.

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