Breakfast Quinoa with blueberries and bananas is a healthy start to any morning. So satisfyingly delicious with cinnamon, brown sugar, and vanilla. Topped with sweet fresh fruit and nuts and drizzled with maple syrup or honey.
Packed with protein and nutrients, it’s a hearty, gluten-free breakfast porridge you will love.
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WHAT IS QUINOA?
Quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah) originates in the South American Andes. And while many think quinoa is a grain, it’s really a seed derived from the flowering Chenopodium quinoa plant.
HOW TO COOK WITH QUINOA
Quinoa is typically simmered, similar to preparing rice and often added to savory dishes like salads, casseroles, and soups. But it is exceptional as a side dish as well.
When serving quinoa as a healthy breakfast alternative, it’s slowly cooked in a mixture of water, milk, brown sugar and cinnamon. And that’s when the magic happens and transforms this versatile seed into a rich and healthy porridge. So satisfying and delicious. A great alternative to equally delicious oatmeal.
For a non-dairy option, breakfast quinoa is also delicious cooked with almond milk or coconut milk.
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Healthy Breakfast Quinoa with Blueberries and Bananas
Breakfast Quinoa with blueberries and bananas is a healthy start to any morning. So satisfyingly delicious with cinnamon, brown sugar, and vanilla. Topped with sweet fresh fruit and nuts and drizzled with maple syrup or honey.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 2-4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
1 cup water
1–1/2 cups milk (cow, almond or coconut)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup quinoa, rinsed well
Toppings:
milk (cow, almond or coconut)
blueberries
banana slices
nuts (walnuts, almonds, pecans…)
drizzle of honey or maple syrup
Instructions
In a medium, heavy bottom saucepan, combine the water, 1-1/2 cups milk, vanilla, quinoa, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low; cover with a vented lid and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir occasionally as needed.
Stir in the brown sugar and cinnamon. Cover again with a vented lid and cook for another 5 minutes or until most of the liquid has absorbed. Stir as needed. Spoon the quinoa into bowls, top with milk, blueberries, banana slices, nuts and a drizzle of honey or maple syrup if desired.
Notes
While this recipe uses uncooked quinoa served warm, you could definitely use cold, already cooked quinoa stored in the refrigerator. Add toppings and enjoy a cool, refreshing, and healthy breakfast!
Nutrition
- Calories: 265 calories
Keywords: Breakfast Quinoa, Healthy Breakfast Recipes, Breakfast Quinoa with Blueberries
This breakfast quinoa was great! A wonderful change from oatmeal!
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Excellent breakfast quinoa
How must you store it?
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So glad you liked it! It can be refrigerated for 3 to 5 days. Reheat with added milk.
Can this be cooked and then stored in the fridge for re-heating the next morning?
Hi Jeff! Yes — you can cook and reheat it, although the texture is a bit different, but still really good. I will often make the quinoa ahead, store it in the refrigerator, and then do a final quick cook in the morning.
We have made this several times and wanted to come back and leave a rating. I love it on the stovetop but also used your one-minute instant pot recipe. It’s such a great way to start the morning!
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Thanks, Lee! So glad you liked it. That’s a great idea to make ahead using the 1 Minute Instant Pot quinoa recipe!