Sweet Morning Breakfast Quinoa
This recipe is rich in protein and heart-healthy superfoods that will get you started on your day the right way.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 307kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups apple juice unsweetened
- 1 teaspoon ginger freshly grated
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup sweet potato peeled, seeded, and diced
- 1/3 cup water
- 2 tablespoons almonds toasted
- 2 tablespoons dried cranberries or raisins
- 1/2 cup apples diced, optional
Instructions
- Rinse and drain quinoa and place in a medium-sized pot. Add apple juice, ginger, and salt. Cook on medium heat till it comes to a boil. Cover and simmer (stirring occasionally) for about 15 minutes until liquid is evaporated.
- Meanwhile, in a microwave-safe bowl add 1/3 cup water and sweet potato. Cover bowl and cook for about 3 minutes. Give it a stir and cook for 2 minutes more until potato is fork-tender.
- Take potato out of bowl and place in a food processor or blender and process until smooth and pureed.
- Once quinoa is cooked, fluff with a fork and whip in sweet potato puree and coconut milk. Cook uncovered over low heat for about 5 minutes more to thicken up, stirring occasionally.
- Evenly divide quinoa in 4 bowls and top with almonds, dried fruit, and apples if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 307kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 101mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 15g |
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 11