Quinoa and Oatmeal Cereal Heart Healthy
Start your day with a hearty, nourishing Quinoa and Oatmeal Cereal—a heart-healthy breakfast that’s as delicious as it is comforting. This wholesome recipe combines the powerhouse duo of quinoa and old-fashioned rolled oats, simmered to creamy perfection with unsweetened almond milk, a hint of cinnamon, and a splash of vanilla. Naturally sweetened with optional maple syrup, it’s topped with vibrant fresh berries, crunchy nuts, and nutrient-packed chia or flaxseeds for an antioxidant-rich finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this warm cereal is packed with fiber, plant-based protein, and omega-3s, making it the perfect choice for a healthy start to your morning. Perfect for those seeking clean, nutritious breakfast ideas, this dish is easy to customize and stands out as a feel-good comfort food that’s both satisfying and heart-smart.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Quinoa
- 1 cup Old-fashioned rolled oats
- 3 cups Unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 2 cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- 0.5 cup Fresh berries (such as blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped nuts (such as walnuts or almonds, optional)
- 1 tablespoon Chia seeds or flaxseeds (optional topping)
Instructions
Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water using a fine-mesh strainer to remove any bitterness.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa, rolled oats, almond milk, water, and ground cinnamon.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat while stirring occasionally.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let it simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and the mixture reaches a creamy consistency.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the pure vanilla extract and maple syrup, if using.
Spoon the cooked cereal into serving bowls and top with fresh berries, chopped nuts, and chia or flaxseeds, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your heart-healthy breakfast!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1229 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.0 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.0 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1716 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 187.1 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.5 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.7 g | ||
| Protein | 41.2 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.5 mcg | 38% | |
| Calcium | 1556 mg | 120% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 1221 mg | 26% | |
*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.
