Name: Breakfast Quinoa Porridge
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained; 2 cups almond milk (or milk of choice); 1 cup water; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 large apple, diced (or fruit of choice); 1/4 cup raisins or dried cranberries; 1/4 cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts or pecans); 2 tablespoons chia seeds

Instructions

Prepare the quinoa

Thoroughly rinse the quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer under cold water for about 30 seconds. This removes the natural coating called saponin, which can give quinoa a bitter taste.
Cook the base

In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa, almond milk, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until most of the liquid has been absorbed.
Add flavorings

Remove from heat and stir in the maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes to allow the quinoa to finish absorbing the remaining liquid and to let the flavors meld.
Prepare toppings

While the quinoa is cooking, prepare your toppings by washing and dicing the apple, and measuring out the dried fruit, nuts, and chia seeds.
Serve and garnish

Fluff the quinoa with a fork and divide into serving bowls. Top each portion with diced apple, dried fruit, chopped nuts, and a sprinkle of chia seeds. Add an extra drizzle of honey or maple syrup if desired.

Breakfast Quinoa Porridge

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