Oatmeal, WHO? This Apple Cinnamon Quinoa Breakfast Bowl is such a fun switch up from a typical bowl of oatmeal! It’s gluten-free, vegan, low in sugar, and contains plant protein from the quinoa.
It’s always good to switch up your grains, proteins, vegetables, fruits. etc. to make sure you are giving your body a variety of nutrients to support your gut and your overall health. This quinoa breakfast bowl is a super delicious way to pack in some plant protein, nutrients, and flavor in the morning!
Here’s what you need:
- quinoa— I always look for organic grains! You will want to rinse your quinoa before cooking to remove the bitter taste.
- milk of choice— I like almond, coconut, cashew, and oat milk!
- maple syrup— or sweetener of choice. I just love the maple-y flavor the maple syrup brings!
- apple pie spice— feel free to swap cinnamon if you prefer or have it on hand,
- salt— just a pinch!
- apple— to sauté and add on top. Soooo yummy and cozy!
- oil, butter, or ghee— to sautee the apples with! You only need a tiny bit. I prefer grass-fed butter or ghee, coconut oil, or avocado oil.
Apple Cinnamon Quinoa Breakfast Bowl
Servings: 1
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup quinoa (dry + rinsed)
- 1/2 cup milk of choice (I used almond milk)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- few shakes apple pie spice (see above for substitutions)
- pinch salt
- 1 apple (chopped)
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a pot and turn heat to high. Bring to a boil, turn heat to low, and cover.
- Let cook 15 minutes or until milk has mostly absorbed.
- Add apple and a little bit of oil or butter to a pan, add more apple pie spice and sauté on medium heat for a few minutes until apples start to soften.
- Add cooked quinoa to a bowl, with apples, coconut yogurt or regular yogurt (optional), extra milk, and enjoy!
Can you give the nutritional values please