Description
A nutritious and delicious breakfast option combining quinoa, cinnamon, and apples for a wholesome start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 apple, diced
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
- In a pot, combine quinoa and water, and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
- Stir in diced apple, cinnamon, and honey or maple syrup.
- Cook for an additional 5 minutes until apples are tender.
- Serve warm, topped with nuts and raisins if desired.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, add a splash of milk or a dairy-free alternative.
- Feel free to substitute the apple with other fruits like pears or berries.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated for a quick breakfast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Cinnamon Apple Breakfast Quinoa, healthy breakfast, quinoa recipes, vegan breakfast