Breakfast Quinoa Bowl
Warm, cinnamon-scented quinoa cooked with milk and topped with banana, blueberries, almonds, and maple syrup.
Instructions
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Step 1
Rinse the quinoa under cool running water, then drain it thoroughly.
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Step 2
Transfer the rinsed quinoa to the saucepan. Add the water, milk, ground cinnamon, and salt, then bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
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Step 3
Cover the saucepan, reduce to low heat, and simmer until the quinoa is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
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Step 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the quinoa rest, covered. Fluff it, then stir in the vanilla extract and 1 ¼ tbsp (20 ml) of the maple syrup.
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Step 5
Divide the warm quinoa between serving bowls. Top with the blueberries, sliced banana, and almonds, then drizzle with the remaining 2 tsp (10 ml) maple syrup.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: low
Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours in a covered container at 4°C or below and consume within 3 to 4 days.
Risk factors
- Cooked quinoa and milk are perishable if held at room temperature for an extended period.