Coconut Milk Quinoa Breakfast Cereal

Level up your hot cereal with this bowl of yum!

Whether you're not into oatmeal, or you're looking for a way to switch it up -- this simple, but spectacular new breakfast cereal is for you!

Quinoa is such a versatile grain, and bringing it to the breakfast table is a no brainer when you want a filling, satisfying, nutritious, and delicious start to your day. Haven't tried it yet? Here's a few reasons why we love this ancient whole grain.

Why we love quinoa:

plant based protein || One cooked cup contains 8 grams of protein AND contains all 9 essential amino acids, making it a complete plant protein.

fiber-full || The same one cooked cup contains 5 grams of fiber, which helps you stay fuller for longer, aids in healthy digestion, and slows the absorption of carbohydrates.

nutritious || Quinoa contains tons of vitamins and minerals such as iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, and folate.

it's gluten free || Any naturally gluten free grain is a winner in my book! sub into recipes for rice, pasta or... yep, oats!

This recipe is simple to whip up, only takes a handful of ingredients and is a great balanced breakfast to start your day with.

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Coconut Milk Quinoa Breakfast Cereal

Cook Time: 25-30 min
Servings: 4

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 c quinoa, uncooked

  • 1 can coconut milk, full fat or lite

  • 1/4 c maple syrup

  • 2 tsp. cinnamon

  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract

  • 1/4 c chia seeds

  • Optional toppings *See ideas below

INSTRUCTIONS

  • In a medium pot, add quinoa, coconut milk, maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla syrup. Stir t combine.

  • Heat on the stove oven, bring to a boil.

  • Allow to simmer (a low rumble of bubbles) for 10-15 minutes or until quinoa is almost completely cooked.

  • Add chia seeds into the quinoa mix. Cook an additional 5 minutes. *If quinoa is more crunchy than fluffy, add 1/2 c water and cook an additional 5-7 minutes.

  • Serve into bowls, or portion into 4 Tupperware containers for morning meal prep.

  • Store in the refrigerator for 7-10 days.

  • Top with optional toppings as desired before serving!

Enjoy!

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Optional Topping Ideas:

  • Mixed berries (raspberries, blueberries, blackberries)

  • Sliced strawberries

  • Sliced kiwi

  • Pomegranate seeds

  • Chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans, pistachios, cashews)

  • Coconut chips

  • Chocolate chips

  • Flaxseed meal

  • Hemp hearts

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xx,
mallory

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