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Quinoa Breakfast Bowl with Coconut Milk and Toppings Recipe

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A warm, creamy quinoa breakfast bowl that’s dairy-free and customizable with your favorite toppings. This nutritious and comforting dish combines fluffy cooked quinoa with coconut milk and spices, making it a perfect wholesome start to your day.

Ingredients

Base

  • 3/4 cup dry quinoa
  • 1 1/2 cups water

Milk Mixture

  • 3/4 cup canned coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup non-dairy milk, plus more for topping

Flavorings

  • 1 date, chopped, or 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Toppings

  • Banana slices
  • Blueberries
  • Peanut butter
  • Coconut flakes
  • Walnuts
  • Chia seeds
  • Chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Cook the quinoa: In a medium saucepan, combine the dry quinoa and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it cook for 13 to 15 minutes until the quinoa becomes fluffy and the water is absorbed.
  2. Add milk and flavorings: Keeping the heat on low, stir in the canned coconut milk, 1/2 cup of non-dairy milk, chopped date or maple syrup if using, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
  3. Simmer until creamy: Continue cooking over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the quinoa has absorbed most of the milk mixture but the texture remains slightly pourable. If the mixture is too thick, add more non-dairy milk to achieve your desired consistency.
  4. Serve with toppings: Spoon the warm quinoa mixture into individual bowls. Add additional non-dairy milk on top and finish with your choice of toppings such as fresh banana slices, blueberries, peanut butter, coconut flakes, walnuts, chia seeds, or chocolate chips for extra flavor and texture.

Notes

  • You can substitute any non-dairy milk such as almond, oat, or soy milk according to your preference.
  • Sweetener is optional and can be adjusted or omitted based on taste and dietary needs.
  • Feel free to customize toppings to include seasonal fruits or nuts you enjoy.
  • For an extra protein boost, add a spoonful of nut butter or a sprinkle of hemp seeds.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently with a splash of non-dairy milk.

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