Warming Quinoa Porridge Recipe

Ingredients

1 cup dry quinoa (white or red) - note red quinoa is slightly chewier so if you want a smooth porridge, go for white)

400ml almond milk (or alternative)

¼ cup water

½ tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp cinnamon - note cinnamon adds warmth and may help control blood sugar levels

Honey or maple syrup to taste

Method

Pour water, almond milk, and quinoa into a saucepan and heat. Allow to cook for 15 to 20 minutes until the water is absorbed. Dish into 4 bowls and add toppings.

Choose a variety of toppings to add additional nutritional benefits:

Nuts and pumpkin seeds- provide healthy, unsaturated fats and fibre

Almond or macadamia nut butter- provides healthy, unsaturated fats

Fruit, such as blueberries, raspberries, sliced banana, or stewed apple with cinnamon, provides vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and polyphenols

Tips:

• Once cooked, this porridge can be kept for up to 5 days in the fridge. Store in small containers and heat up in the morning, adding a small amount of fluid if necessary.
• For a post-workout snack, use a higher protein milk, such as dairy or soy milk, or add a scoop of protein powder when serving.

Nutrition breakdown per portion (130g)