A Different Porridge
Elevate your breakfast game with "A Different Porridge," a wholesome and nutrient-packed twist on the traditional morning favorite. Made with hearty quinoa simmered to perfection in unsweetened almond milk and water, this plant-based porridge boasts a creamy texture enhanced with warm cinnamon and a touch of natural sweetness from maple syrup and vanilla. Topped with a vibrant medley of fresh mixed berries, crunchy chopped nuts, and nutrient-rich chia seeds, each bite offers a satisfying balance of flavors and textures. Perfect for those seeking a gluten-free, protein-rich breakfast, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 25 minutes and serves two. Fuel your day with this deliciously cozy and nutritious quinoa porridge that’s as beautiful as it is nourishing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup water
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 cup mixed berries (e.g., blueberries, strawberries, raspberries)
- 0.25 cup chopped nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts, pecans)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
Instructions
Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water using a fine-mesh strainer to remove its natural bitterness.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa, almond milk, water, and ground cinnamon.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
After 15 minutes, check the quinoa to ensure it is cooked and has absorbed most of the liquid. The grains should appear fluffy and slightly translucent.
Stir in the vanilla extract and maple syrup, and cook for an additional 2 minutes uncovered, allowing the flavors to meld.
Divide the porridge into two serving bowls and top each with an equal portion of mixed berries, chopped nuts, and a sprinkling of chia seeds.
Serve warm and enjoy the wholesome and nutritious flavors of 'A Different Porridge'.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1065 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.2 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1492 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 151.8 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.7 g | ||
| Protein | 34.4 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 1020 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 745 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
