Quinoa once again proving its versatility in this sweet and filling whole grain breakfast. Add a variety of toppings for extra nutrients, texture and flavor.
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine American
Diet Low Fat, Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword Apple Cinnamon, Quinoa, Whole Grain, Whole Grain Breakfast
toppings (pecans, pepitas, walnuts, goji berries, raisins, maple syrup)
Instructions
Place water and quinoa in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover and let simmer for 15 minutes.
Add flaxseed, maple syrup, apple and cinnamon. Stir well, cover and let cook for 5-10 minutes, until apple is soft.
Divide into 2 bowls. Top each with 1 tablespoon non-dairy milk and toppings of choice.
Notes
If using leftover (pre-cooked) quinoa, combine it with flax, maple syrup, apple, cinnamon and non-dairy milk in a microwave-safe bowl, microwave for 1 minute, stir and repeat until apple is soft. Finish by adding toppings of choice.Nutrition information does not include toppings.