Description
A nutritious and comforting Very Berry Quinoa Breakfast Bowl combining warm vanilla-infused oat milk, cooked quinoa, fresh berries, banana, and crunchy seeds and nuts for a wholesome morning meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup oat milk (or milk of choice)
- 1/2 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings
- 1/2 cup mixed berries (blueberries and raspberries)
- 1/2 banana, sliced
- Hemp seeds, to taste
- Sliced almonds, to taste
- Nut butter, to taste
Instructions
- Warm the milk mixture: In a small saucepan over medium heat, gently warm the oat milk along with the maple syrup and vanilla extract, stirring occasionally to combine and heat through without boiling.
- Assemble the base: Place the cooked quinoa in a serving bowl. Pour the warm milk mixture over the quinoa to soak and infuse it with flavor.
- Add toppings: Top the quinoa and milk mixture with the fresh blueberries and raspberries, sliced banana, hemp seeds, sliced almonds, and a drizzle of your favorite nut butter according to your taste preferences.
Notes
- Use any milk of your choice such as almond, soy, or cow’s milk if not using oat milk.
- Adjust the maple syrup amount if you prefer it sweeter or less sweet.
- Feel free to swap or add other berries like strawberries or blackberries.
- For extra crunch, toast the nuts lightly before adding.
- This dish can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature based on preference.
- Cook quinoa ahead of time and refrigerate to save prep time in the morning.
