Hot Quinoa Drink Recipe

Start your day with a South American breakfast sensation! This creamy, subtly sweet Hot Quinoa Drink is packed with protein and nutrients. Perfect for a quick and healthy morning, this recipe from the Whole Planet Foundation is prepared the night before and reheated for ultimate convenience. Imagine the comforting warmth and delicious flavor of quinoa, soymilk, cinnamon, and apples – a truly energizing and satisfying way to begin your day!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 221.2 kcal
Protein 14g
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Ingredients for Hot Quinoa Drink

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How to Make Hot Quinoa Drink

  1. Rinse 1/2 cup quinoa thoroughly under cold water.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and most of the water is absorbed.
  4. Remove from heat and let the quinoa cool slightly.
  5. In a blender, combine the cooked quinoa, 1 cup soymilk, 1 medium apple (peeled, cored, and chopped), 1 tablespoon sugar (or to taste), 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  6. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
  7. Transfer the mixture to a saucepan and heat over medium heat until warmed through (about 5 minutes). Do not boil.
  8. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

84g

Fat

2g

Carbs

13g

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Breakfast & Brunch Drinks & Cocktails The Americas Healthy Vegetarian Vegan Gluten Free Fall Recipes 30 Minutes Or Less

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion Low Protein Healthy Beverages Breakfast Fruit Low Fat Vegan Vegetarian Grains South American Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Peruvian Low In Something Apples Pasta Rice And Grains Brunch From Scratch

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Hot Quinoa Drink?

Hot Quinoa Drink takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Hot Quinoa Drink?

Hot Quinoa Drink has approximately 221.2 calories per serving, with about 14 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates and 5 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Hot Quinoa Drink?

The key ingredients for Hot Quinoa Drink are Quinoa, Soymilk, Apples, Light Brown Sugar, Ground Cinnamon, Vanilla Extract. See the full list with measurements above.

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