Apples And Cinnamon Breakfast Quinoa Recipe

Start your day with this warm, comforting, and healthy Apples & Cinnamon Breakfast Quinoa! Inspired by SkinnyTaste, this recipe is quick, easy, and packed with flavor. Fluffy quinoa is perfectly complemented by sweet apples, cinnamon, and a touch of warmth from milk. A delicious and nutritious breakfast or light meal, ready in under 30 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 309.7 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apples And Cinnamon Breakfast Quinoa

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How to Make Apples And Cinnamon Breakfast Quinoa

  1. Rinse 1 cup quinoa under cold water until water runs clear.
  2. Combine 1 cup rinsed quinoa, 2 cups water, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed and the quinoa is cooked through and fluffy.
  4. Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork.
  5. Divide the cooked quinoa among four bowls.
  6. Stir in 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce and 1/4 cup raisins into each bowl.
  7. Pour 1/2 cup of warmed milk (dairy or non-dairy) over each serving.
  8. Top with 1/2 cup chopped fresh apples and 1 tablespoon chopped pecans per bowl. Sprinkle with a dash of cinnamon to taste.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

50g

Fat

10g

Carbs

15g

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