Quinoa Porridge is an interesting alternative to oatmeal. It is healthy and nutritious breakfast which makes a great start to the day. It can even be served as a light afternoon dessert – warm or cold.
Quinoa Porridge
Cook Time
20 mins
Quinoa Porridge
Course:
Breakfast
Cuisine:
American
Keyword:
quinoa porridge
Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa, thoroughly rinsed to remove a bitter taste
- 1 cup coconut milk or other milk of choice
- 1 cup of water
- 1 teaspoon flax seeds
- 1/4 vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom, optional
- 1 teaspoon honey or sweetener
- raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, currants
- dried fruits
- chopped nuts
Instructions
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Place coconut milk and water in a pan over high heat. Add quinoa, flax seeds, vanilla extract and cardamom. Cook, stirring occasionally, until all liquid is absorbed and quinoa is cooked through, about 20 minutes.
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Add some more milk, berries, dried fruits or some chopped nuts for more protein. Serve with a dollop of whipped coconut cream (or Greek yogurt) and sprinkle with desiccated coconut.
