Cinnamon Apple Breakfast Quinoa
A comforting and nutritious breakfast dish blending quinoa with the sweetness of apples and warm spices, perfect for busy mornings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups almond milk (or any dairy-free milk)
- 1 apple, diced
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or to taste)
- 1/4 cup raisins or nuts (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness.
- Combine the rinsed quinoa, almond milk, and a pinch of salt in a medium saucepan.
- Bring this mixture to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, until the quinoa is fluffy and the liquid has been absorbed.
- Stir in the diced apple, cinnamon, and maple syrup.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the apple is slightly softened.
- Serve warm, optionally topping with raisins or nuts.
Notes
Great for meal prep; store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days. Can be reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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