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 |
1834 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.2 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 2397 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 325.2 g | 118% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.4 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.9 g | ||
| Protein | 63.9 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 553 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 15.0 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 1601 mg | 34% | |
*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.
