If you like overnight oats in the morning, you’ll love this fluffy Quinoa Breakfast Bowl that is packed with protein and flavor!
When it comes to breakfast, I must admit that I’m pretty much a creature of habit. Most days, you’ll find me rotating between the same two dishes—either avocado toast with eggs or yogurt and berries. And while I stick to these dishes because I genuinely love them, every now and then I get a bit bored and start craving a new texture or flavor.
Quinoa is an ingredient that I’ve long enjoyed in savory dishes. But it actually works super well in sweet recipes like this breakfast bowl, too. I’d say it’s comparable to oatmeal, but fluffier and with more bite. I also love that it pairs well with a variety of fruits and other toppings, so I can really get creative with my breakfast bowl when I want to experiment with new flavors.
If you’re an oatmeal lover, definitely give this recipe a try for a nice change of pace. It’s a quick and easy one (done in 10 minutes), it’s hearty and filling, and it’s super easy to customize to your preferences!
Is This Quinoa Breakfast Bowl Healthy?
Quinoa is a great source of fiber, and it’s also a complete protein, which means it contains all nine essential amino acids. This recipe also calls for fresh fruit, such as blueberries and bananas, which contain additional fiber and nutrients. Additionally, the nut butter, chopped nuts, and hemp seeds contain healthy fats. This dish is also gluten-free and works perfectly for a vegetarian diet. So long as you choose a dairy-free yogurt, it is also a vegan-friendly dish.
The Secret To Making Fluffy Quinoa
You can buy precooked quinoa, but it’s also easy to make it yourself at home. The key to making perfectly fluffy quinoa is getting the right ratio of water to quinoa—you want to use one and three-quarter cups of water for every one cup of quinoa. Combine the quinoa and water in a medium pot. Bring it to a boil, cover, reduce the heat, and then let it simmer for 15 minutes. Take the pot off the heat source and let it sit while covered for 10 minutes. Remove the lid and fluff with a fork!
How Do I Store Leftovers?
You can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-5 days. However, I would recommend leaving out the fresh fruit and other toppings until you’re ready to serve. You can either serve the quinoa cold, at room temperature, or you can warm it up. I suggest adding a splash of milk before reheating.
Serving Suggestions
This breakfast bowl is definitely a filling meal in and of itself. However, it’d also go great with a smoothie to wash it down, such as this Frozen Fruit Smoothie or this Green Smoothie. If you’re a coffee or tea lover, you might consider making a Strawberry Matcha Latte or Iced Latte to go with it
Planning to serve this breakfast bowl as part of a larger brunch or breakfast spread? It’d go great with other morning fare like Eggs Benedict Casserole, Home Fries, and Silver Dollar Pancakes.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup optional
- Pinch of salt optional
- Sliced banana
- Blueberries or other fresh fruit of choice
- Almond butter or peanut butter
- Chopped walnuts or pecans
- Hemp seeds
- Yogurt optional
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine the cooked quinoa, almond milk, cinnamon, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and pinch of salt. Stir the mixture over medium heat until everything is well combined.
- Transfer the warm quinoa mixture to a serving bowl. Top the quinoa with sliced banana, fresh blueberries, a dollop of almond butter or peanut butter, and a sprinkling of chopped nuts and hemp seeds.
- Drizzle a spoonful of yogurt over top, if you'd like, and enjoy!
Nutrition Info:
Nutrition information are estimates only and may vary based on the specific brands, ingredients, and portion sizes you use. This data is provided for informational purposes only.
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