Description

This apples and cinnamon breakfast quinoa hits all the right notes. It's incredibly nutritious, packed with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients that keep you satisfied for hours. The combination of tender quinoa, sweet apples, and warming cinnamon creates a breakfast that feels like a hug in a bowl.

Ingredients

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1 cup Uncooked quinoa
2 cups Milk (dairy or non-dairy)
1/2 cup Water
2 Medium apples, diced
1 1/2 teaspoons Ground cinnamo
1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
2–3 tablespoons Maple syrup or honey
Pinch Salt
1/4 cup Chopped nuts (optional)

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Instructions

Rinse quinoa thoroughly under cold water using a fine-mesh strainer
Combine rinsed quinoa, milk, water, cinnamon, and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until liquid absorbs and quinoa is tender
Stir in diced apples, vanilla extract, and sweetener. Cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes
Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving

Notes

Use a 2.5:1 liquid-to-quinoa ratio for the creamiest texture.

For meal prep, cook a large batch and portion it into individual containers.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Category: Breakfast
Method: Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 285 kcal
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 75mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 9g
Cholesterol: 0mg