Quinoa Couscous Breakfast Cereal
Elevate your morning routine with this hearty and wholesome Quinoa Couscous Breakfast Cereal, a nutritious twist on traditional breakfast bowls. Combining protein-packed quinoa and fluffy whole wheat couscous, this recipe offers a balanced, fiber-rich start to your day. Simmered in creamy almond milk and subtly sweetened with maple syrup, it’s infused with comforting flavors of cinnamon and vanilla for a cozy, nourishing bite. Topped with vibrant fresh berries, crunchy nuts, and optional superfoods like chia or flaxseeds, this warm breakfast bowl is as delicious as it is satisfying. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the perfect breakfast for busy mornings or leisurely weekends. Embrace this plant-based, protein-rich recipe and transform your mornings into a feast of flavor and wellness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Quinoa
- 1 cup Whole wheat couscous
- 2 cups Water
- 1.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup (or honey)
- 1 cup Fresh berries (e.g., blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries)
- 0.25 cup Chopped nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
- 1 tablespoon Chia seeds or flaxseeds (optional)
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
Instructions
Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water using a fine mesh strainer to remove any bitterness.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa, water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Lower the heat to a simmer and cover the saucepan. Cook for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa has absorbed the water and the grains are tender.
In a separate small pot, bring the almond milk to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Once the quinoa is cooked, remove the pot from heat and fluff the quinoa with a fork.
Add the couscous to the saucepan with the quinoa, then pour the warm almond milk over the mixture. Stir well to combine.
Cover the pot and let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, allowing the couscous to absorb the almond milk and soften.
Stir in the ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and maple syrup, adjusting the sweetness to your preference.
Divide the quinoa-couscous mixture into bowls and top each serving with fresh berries, nuts, and the optional chia or flaxseeds.
Serve warm and enjoy your nutritious quinoa couscous breakfast cereal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1289 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 34.8 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1613 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 205.0 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.4 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.0 g | ||
| Protein | 40.5 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.8 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 898 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1123 mg | 24% | |
*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.
