Dark Chocolate Quinoa Breakfast Bowl
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Dark Chocolate Quinoa Breakfast Bowl
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Simple, 7-ingredient dark chocolate quinoa breakfast bowl naturally sweetened with maple syrup and infused with rich cocoa powder! A healthy, hearty plant-based breakfast or snack.
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Ingredients
QUINOA BOWL
- 1 cup uncooked white quinoa
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (plus more for serving)
- 1 cup coconut milk (light canned, or the beverage in a carton)
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2-3 Tbsp maple syrup or coconut sugar
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract (optional)
- 3-4 quares vegan dark chocolate (roughly chopped)
FOR SERVING optional
- mixed berries
- sliced banana
- coconut sugar
- Hemp seeds or chia seeds
Instructions
- Thoroughly rinse quinoa in a fine mesh strainer for 2 minutes, using your hands to sort through and pick out any discolored pieces or pebbles that may remain.
- Heat a small saucepan over medium heat. Once hot, add rinsed, drained quinoa and toast for 3 minutes, stirring frequently, to dry up water and slightly toast.
- Add almond milk, coconut milk, and a pinch of salt, and stir. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low and cook for 20-25 minutes, uncovered, stirring occasionally. If it stops simmering, increase heat to medium-low. You’re looking for a slight simmer throughout the cooking time.
- Once the liquid is absorbed and the quinoa is tender, remove from heat and add cocoa powder, maple syrup and vanilla (optional). Stir to combine.
- Taste and adjust flavor as needed. Add a bit more almond milk if you prefer the texture thinner. I added more cocoa powder and maple syrup for a more intense chocolate flavor.
- Serve each bowl of quinoa with a small square of vegan dark chocolate, and any other desired toppings (listed above). I preferred mine with a bit more coconut milk, hemp seeds, and fresh fruit (optional).
- Best when fresh, though leftovers will keep covered in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat in the microwave, or in a small saucepan with additional almond milk to add moisture back in.
Notes
- *Nutrition information is a rough estimate calculated without dark chocolate or any other additional toppings.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1serving
Calories
236
(12%)
Carbohydrates
40.9g
(14%)
Protein
7.5g
(15%)
Fat
6.7g
(10%)
Saturated Fat
3.1g
(16%)
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol
0mg
(0%)
Sodium
120mg
(5%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
9g
(18%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 236 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 236 | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 40.9g | 14% |
| Protein | 7.5g | 15% |
| Fat | 6.7g | 10% |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1g | 16% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 120mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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