Apple Cinnamon Quinoa Porridge
Servings: 3
Apple Cinnamon Quinoa Porridge
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Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa rinsed and drained,
- 1 ½ cups water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ teaspoon cinnamon divided
- pinch of salt
- ¾ cup unsweetened plant-based milk
- 2 teaspoons chia seeds
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup divided,
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 large apple chopped,
- 1 fingernail-size piece of ginger minced (optional),
- Hemp hearts for garnish.
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, bring the quinoa, water, vanilla, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, and salt to a boil.
- Lower to a simmer and cook for 12-15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy.
- Once the quinoa is cooked, stir in the milk, chia seeds, and 1 teaspoon of maple syrup.
- Transfer the mixture to three containers and set aside.
- In the small saucepan, warm the coconut oil over medium heat.
- Add the apple, ginger (if using), remaining 1 teaspoon of maple syrup and ¼ teaspoon of cinnamon.
- Cook with the lid on for 10-15 minutes, stirring every few minutes, until the apples have softened.
- Top each serving with apple mixture and the hemp hearts.
- Enjoy immediately or store in the refrigerator for later. When serving, add a bit of milk and a drop of maple syrup if you like sweeter porridge.
Notes
SUBSTITUTION TIP: The apple could be swapped for pear.
STORAGE TIP: Keeps in the refrigerator for 5 days in an airtight container. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.
Per serving total calories: 332 Total fat: 10g
Saturated fat: 5g Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 50mg Total carbohydrate: 52g
Fiber: 8g Sugars: 11g Protein: 9g
STORAGE TIP: Keeps in the refrigerator for 5 days in an airtight container. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.
Per serving total calories: 332 Total fat: 10g
Saturated fat: 5g Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 50mg Total carbohydrate: 52g
Fiber: 8g Sugars: 11g Protein: 9g