Who says you can’t have quinoa for breakfast? This protein-packed super grain is a perfect substitute for your typical bowl of oatmeal. Creamy coconut milk is used in this recipe, but feel free to use any lighter non-dairy milk (think almond, rice, hemp or soy). Topped with the season’s juiciest persimmons and pomegranate, this bowl is bursting with antioxidants, protein and healthy fats that will keep you going all morning long!
Serves 2
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
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Ingredients
1 cup quinoa
1 can coconut milk (or 1 1/2 cup any other type of non-dairy milk)
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon cardamom
2-3 tablespoons coconut sugar (or sweetener of your choice)
1 small persimmon, cut into 1-inch pieces
3-4 tablespoons pomegranate seeds
1 handful raw walnuts
Preparation
- Combine quinoa and water in a saucepan over high heat. When it comes to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer and cover. Cook 15 minutes or until all water is absorbed.
- Combine the cooked quinoa, coconut milk, cinnamon, cardamom and coconut sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until warm and creamy, about 5 minutes. (Alternatively, you can combine these ingredients in a bowl and microwave until hot).
- Spoon quinoa into bowls and top with fruit and walnuts.
Pro Tip
Make a big batch of quinoa on a Sunday night and mix it with your milk of choice in the mornings throughout the week.
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