Apple Cinnamon Quinoa Breakfast Bowls
User Reviews
4.3
Apple Cinnamon Quinoa Breakfast Bowls
Description
Apple Cinnamon Quinoa Breakfast Bowls combine cooked quinoa seasoned with ground cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, sweetened lightly with maple syrup. The quinoa is steamed gently after cooking to develop a tender texture that holds flavor. Topping this, the diced apple is sautéed with cinnamon and maple syrup in coconut oil or butter until tender and fragrant. A dollop of Greek yogurt mixed with cinnamon and maple syrup adds creaminess and slight tang, contrasting with the sweet apples and spiced quinoa. Toasted pecans and coconut flakes provide a crunchy finish to the soft textures of the grains and fruit.
This bowl serves well for breakfast or a light snack, offering a balanced warm grain dish with fruit and dairy components. Its mildly spiced, sweet profile makes it appealing for those who prefer less sugary starts to the day.
Ingredients
Quinoa
- 1/2 cup quinoa rinsed and drained, uncooked
- 1 cup water
- Pinch salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons milk optional
Cinnamon Apples
- 1 apple peeled, diced
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil melted; or butter
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Yogurt
- 1/2 cup yogurt plain, Greek
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Other Ingredients
- pecan toasted, chopped pecans and toasted coconut flakes
- coconut flakes toasted, chopped pecans and toasted coconut flakes
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, bring the quinoa, salt and water to a boil. Once boiling cover with a lid and reduce the heat to medium. Cook for 12-15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed (drain remaining liquid if needed. Add in the cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, maple syrup and milk. Stir together then remove from the heat and let it steam, covered for about 10 minutes.
- Divide the quinoa into two bowls then add the coconut oil or butter to the saucepan and heat over medium-high heat. Add in the diced apple, maple syrup and cinnamon. Stir together and cook until the apples are tender, about 5 minutes.
- While the apples cook, whisk together the yogurt, maple syrup and cinnamon.
- Top the bowls of quinoa with the Greek yogurt mixture, cooked apples, chopped pecans and coconut.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 347 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 347kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 64g | 21% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 53mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 30g | 60% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.3
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