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Start Your Day Right with a Nutritious Quinoa Breakfast Bowl

Looking for a delicious and healthy way to kickstart your morning? This quinoa breakfast bowl is packed with nutrients and is incredibly easy to customize. It’s a fantastic option for those following a gluten-free diet and seeking a satisfying and energizing breakfast.

If you’re exploring gluten-free breakfast options, you might also enjoy our Gluten-Free Chia Seed Breakfast Bowl, another quick and versatile recipe. Or, for a heartier start, consider our Gluten-Free Breakfast Burrito Bowl. Both offer unique flavors and textures while keeping your gluten-free needs in mind.

Why Choose Quinoa for Breakfast?

Quinoa is a nutritional powerhouse, making it an excellent base for a breakfast bowl. As a complete protein, it provides all nine essential amino acids, which are crucial for maintaining a healthy body. It’s also naturally gluten-free, making it a perfect choice for those with dietary restrictions. If you are looking for more about why quinoa is a great options please check out our other recipe Gluten-Free Quinoa Bowl.

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Moreover, quinoa is a slow-releasing carbohydrate, providing sustained energy throughout the morning. This helps to avoid energy crashes and keeps you feeling full and focused. Plus, it’s incredibly versatile! Whether you prefer it warm or cold, sweet or savory, quinoa adapts to your favorite flavors and toppings.

Customize Your Bowl

One of the best things about this quinoa breakfast bowl is its adaptability. Feel free to experiment with different fruits, nuts, and toppings to create your perfect breakfast. To make your mornings even easier, consider prepping a batch of quinoa ahead of time, similar to our method for Warm Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal. This way, you can assemble your bowl in minutes, even on the busiest mornings.

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How to Make a Delicious Gluten-Free Quinoa Breakfast Bowl

Get ready to start your day with this nutritious and delicious Quinoa Breakfast Bowl! Follow these simple steps for a quick and satisfying breakfast.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cooking the Quinoa

If your quinoa isn’t pre-rinsed, place it in a fine-holed sieve and rinse under cold water for 2-3 minutes. This helps remove any bitterness.

1. Transfer the rinsed quinoa to a saucepan.
2. Add twice the amount of water as quinoa (e.g., for 50g quinoa, add 100ml water).
3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and simmer for 15 minutes. This allows the quinoa to absorb the water and the kernels to ‘open’ up.
5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it stand, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to ensure all remaining liquid is absorbed.
6. Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork. Now it’s ready to use!
7. If you’re not using it immediately, transfer the cooked quinoa to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

2. Assembling Your Quinoa Breakfast Bowl

Now for the fun part – putting together your breakfast bowl!

1. Measure your desired portion of cooked quinoa into a bowl. You can enjoy it hot or cold, depending on your preference.
2. Add about half of the dried cranberries, blueberries, walnuts, and pistachios to the bowl.
3. Sprinkle coconut palm sugar over the mixture to taste. This adds a lovely caramel-like sweetness.
4. Gently fold the ingredients together, ensuring they are well distributed.
5. Pour your choice of milk (almond or coconut milk recommended for a vegan and dairy-free option) over the quinoa mixture. Use either hot or cold milk, depending on your preference.
6. Top with the remaining dried fruit, nuts, and a final sprinkle of coconut palm sugar to taste. Feel free to add more milk if desired to reach your preferred consistency.
7. Grab a spoon and enjoy your delicious and nutritious Quinoa Breakfast Bowl!

Tips and Variations

• Customize Your Bowl: Feel free to substitute the dried fruits and nuts with any others that you prefer or have on hand. Fresh fruit also works wonderfully!
• Milk Options: Use any milk you like, but for a vegan option, almond or coconut milk are excellent choices.
• Sweetener Alternatives: If you don’t have coconut palm sugar, maple syrup, date syrup, or any natural sweetener can be used.
• Cook with Milk: For an extra creamy base, try cooking the quinoa in milk instead of water.
• Make Ahead: Cook a large batch of quinoa at the start of the week to save time in the mornings. Store it in the fridge and it’s ready to go!

Enjoy experimenting with different combinations and finding your perfect Quinoa Breakfast Bowl!

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Start Your Day Right with This Gluten-Free Quinoa Breakfast Bowl

Looking for a delicious and nutritious way to kickstart your morning? This gluten-free quinoa breakfast bowl is packed with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients to keep you feeling full and energized. Perfect for those following a gluten-free diet or anyone looking for a healthy and satisfying breakfast option!

Ingredients

• 50 g uncooked quinoa (⅓ cup) For 1 portion. Tip : cook quinoa in advance for several portions. Store in fridge.
• 25 g dried cranberries
• 20 g dried blueberries
• 30 g walnuts halved/rough chopped
• 15 g Iranian pistachio nuts or chopped ordinary pistachios
• 1 tbsp coconut palm sugar
• 80 ml coconut or almond milk or other milk of choice (approx amount)

Gluten-Free Nutritional Benefits of Quinoa

Quinoa is a nutritional powerhouse and a fantastic gluten-free alternative to traditional grains. It’s a complete protein, meaning it contains all nine essential amino acids. This makes it an excellent choice for vegetarians, vegans, and anyone looking to increase their protein intake. Additionally, quinoa is a great source of fiber, which aids digestion and helps regulate blood sugar levels. It’s also rich in iron, magnesium, and antioxidants, contributing to overall health and well-being.

Tips, Substitutions, and Variations

This quinoa breakfast bowl is incredibly versatile! Here are some ideas to customize it to your liking:

• Fruit Variations: Swap the dried cranberries and blueberries for other dried fruits like raisins, chopped apricots, or goji berries. Fresh fruits such as sliced bananas, berries, or peaches also work wonderfully.
• Nut and Seed Options: If you’re not a fan of walnuts or pistachios, try almonds, pecans, sunflower seeds, or chia seeds for added crunch and nutrition.
• Sweetener Alternatives: Coconut palm sugar can be replaced with maple syrup, agave nectar, honey (if not vegan), or even a sugar-free sweetener like stevia.
• Milk Substitutions: Experiment with different plant-based milks like soy milk, oat milk, or cashew milk. Dairy milk works too if you’re not dairy-free.
• Warm and Toasty: For a warming winter breakfast, gently heat the quinoa and milk together in a saucepan before adding your toppings.
• Spice it up: Add a dash of cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger for a flavour boost.
• Protein Boost: Add a scoop of your favourite protein powder for an extra protein kick.
• Make it a Parfait: Layer the quinoa, fruit, and nuts in a glass for a visually appealing and easy-to-grab breakfast.

Enjoy creating your perfect gluten-free quinoa breakfast bowl! Bon appétit!

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Essential Equipment for This Recipe

To prepare this delicious recipe, you’ll need the following kitchen tools:

• Mixing Bowls – A set of various sizes will be useful for different stages of the recipe.
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• Measuring Cups and Spoons – Accuracy is key in baking!
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• Baking Sheet – For perfectly baked cookies or pastries.
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• Parchment Paper – Prevents sticking and makes cleanup a breeze.
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• Whisk – For thoroughly combining dry and wet ingredients.
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• Rubber Spatula – To scrape the bowl and fold ingredients.
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