Cinnamon Apple Quinoa Breakfast
A warm and cozy breakfast bowl combining protein-rich quinoa, sweet apples, and aromatic cinnamon – perfect for busy mornings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Quinoa (rinsed)
- 2 cups Milk of choice (dairy or non-dairy) plus a splash of water Oat milk makes it cozy; dairy milk makes it richer.
- 1-2 pieces Apples (chopped small, e.g., Honeycrisp or Gala)
- 1 tbsp Ground cinnamon Be generous with cinnamon.
- 1 pinch Salt
- to taste Maple syrup or honey (optional) Sweeten to taste.
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract (optional) Enhances aroma.
Toppings (optional)
- 1/4 cup Chopped nuts
- 1/4 cup Raisins
- 1/4 cup Chia seeds
- 1/2 cup Yogurt For added creaminess.
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse the quinoa in a fine strainer for 20 to 30 seconds.
- Add quinoa, milk, a splash of water, salt, and cinnamon to a pot.
Cooking
- Bring to a gentle simmer, then lower the heat.
- Stir in the chopped apples. Cover and cook until quinoa is tender and apples are soft, about 15 to 20 minutes.
- Turn off heat, add a splash of vanilla if desired, then taste and sweeten with maple syrup or honey.
Notes
Chop apples small for a better texture. Save some apples to stir in for added crunch if desired. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheat with a little milk.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 200mgFiber: 6gSugar: 10g