Creamy Quinoa with Blueberries Vegan
Indulge in a wholesome, plant-based breakfast with this Creamy Quinoa with Blueberries recipe, a vegan twist on comfort food that’s both nutritious and irresistibly delicious. Bursting with antioxidants from fresh or frozen blueberries and infused with the warm flavors of vanilla and cinnamon, this creamy quinoa bowl is simmered in almond milk for a luscious texture. A touch of maple syrup adds natural sweetness, while chia seeds boost the fiber and omega-3 content. Perfect as a hearty breakfast or a cozy snack, this dish is easy to customize with optional toppings like crunchy nuts and coconut flakes. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a quick, gluten-free meal that combines superfood ingredients for a nourishing start to your day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 0.25 cup chopped nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts, or pecans) (optional)
- 2 tablespoons coconut flakes (optional)
- 1 pinch of salt
Instructions
Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water in a fine-mesh sieve to remove any bitterness.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa, almond milk, water, and a pinch of salt. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Stir in the maple syrup, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon. Mix well until the flavors are evenly incorporated.
Add the blueberries and chia seeds to the quinoa mixture. Stir gently to combine and allow to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the blueberries soften slightly and release some of their juice.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the quinoa sit, covered, for 5 minutes to thicken and cool slightly.
Spoon the creamy quinoa into bowls. Top with chopped nuts, coconut flakes, and additional blueberries if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy a comforting, nutrient-packed dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1188 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.6 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1685 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 163.5 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.6 g | ||
| Protein | 33.8 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 1055 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 863 mg | 18% | |
*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.
