Quick Peaches and Cream Breakfast Cereal with Quinoa
Start your day with a wholesome twist on a classic favorite—Quick Peaches and Cream Breakfast Cereal with Quinoa! This easy recipe combines protein-packed quinoa with the natural sweetness of ripe peaches, creamy milk or a dairy-free alternative, and a drizzle of honey or maple syrup for a nutritious breakfast that’s ready in just 20 minutes. Infused with a hint of vanilla and optional warming cinnamon, this dish offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures, with chopped nuts for a satisfying crunch. Perfect for busy mornings, this gluten-free and versatile bowl of comfort is an energizing way to kick off your day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 large peach
- 1 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (e.g., almonds or pecans, optional)
Instructions
Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water to remove any bitterness.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until the quinoa is tender and the water has been absorbed.
While the quinoa is cooking, wash the peach and dice it into small pieces. Set aside.
When the quinoa is done cooking, remove it from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow any remaining steam to finish cooking the grains.
Fluff the quinoa with a fork and divide it evenly into two serving bowls.
Pour 1/2 cup of milk (or dairy-free alternative) over each bowl of quinoa.
Top each serving with the diced peaches.
Drizzle 1 tablespoon of honey (or maple syrup) over each bowl for sweetness.
Add a few drops of vanilla extract to each bowl and sprinkle with a pinch of cinnamon, if desired.
Optionally, garnish with chopped nuts for added crunch and flavor.
Serve immediately and enjoy your quick and nutritious Peaches and Cream Breakfast Cereal with Quinoa!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.5 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 1330 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 163.2 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.1 g | ||
| Protein | 36.4 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 390 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 897 mg | 19% | |
*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.
