Five Grain Hot Cereal
Start your morning right with this wholesome and hearty Five Grain Hot Cereal, a nourishing blend of rolled oats, quinoa, millet, buckwheat groats, and amaranth. Packed with plant-based protein, fiber, and essential nutrients, this cozy breakfast bowl is perfect for fueling your day. Simmered to creamy perfection with a touch of milk or your favorite dairy-free alternative, it’s a versatile base you can customize with fresh fruit, nuts, seeds, or a drizzle of honey or maple syrup. Ready in just 35 minutes, this warm cereal offers a satisfying texture and nutty flavor while being a fantastic gluten-free option for clean eating enthusiasts. Whether you’re meal-prepping for a busy week or enjoying a quiet morning at home, this five-grain powerhouse raises the bar for breakfast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 0.5 cup quinoa
- 0.5 cup millet
- 0.5 cup buckwheat groats
- 0.25 cup amaranth
- 5 cups water
- 1 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional)
- as desired fresh fruit, nuts, or seeds (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Rinse the quinoa, millet, and buckwheat groats thoroughly under cold water using a fine mesh sieve to remove any bitterness or debris.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa, millet, buckwheat groats, rolled oats, and amaranth.
Add the water and salt to the saucepan, then bring everything to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes, or until the grains are tender and the texture is creamy.
Stir in the milk during the last 5 minutes of cooking to add creaminess to the cereal.
If desired, stir in honey or maple syrup for a touch of sweetness.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the cereal sit for 2-3 minutes to thicken slightly.
Serve warm, topped with fresh fruit, nuts, or seeds for added flavor and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
396 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.9 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.1 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 5 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 272 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.7 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 12.7 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 150 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 397 mg | 8% | |
*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.
