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Berry Breakfast Quinoa

May 14, 2012 by Lindsay 91 Comments

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Hi Friends!

Happy Monday 🙂 Today I have a delicious new breakfast to share with you guys. As I’m sure I’ve mentioned on here before, quinoa is not my favorite. However, I know how healthy it is and what a great source of protein it is, especially for vegetarians, so over the past year I’ve been making an effort to eat it more often. This means I’m always searching for different recipes in hopes of finding some I really like.

The good news is, I’ve found a few over the past several months. The great news is I have one to share with you today!

Move over oatmeal! This Berry Breakfast Quinoa is stealing the morning show!

As we all know, I’m a huge breakfast fan. In fact, a lot of days I eat it for multiple meals. Last week I made breakfast quinoa…and ate it for lunch….and it was delicious.

I cooked the quinoa in milk with some strawberries and it topped with with peanut butter, almonds, sliced bananas, a few chocolate chips and a drizzle of agave. Holy YUM!

Berry Breakfast Quinoa

by Lindsay L

Cook Time: 20 min

Keywords: stovetop breakfast healthy vegetarian low-sodium fruit quinoa

Ingredients

  • 1/4 c quinoa, dry & rinsed
  • 1/2 c milk
  • 1/2 c berries
  • dash cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla

Toppings

  • nuts
  • fruit
  • chocolate chips
  • nut butter
  • agave/honey

Instructions

1. Combine the quinoa, milk, berries, cinnamon and vanilla in a small saucepan.
2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 15-20 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
3. Add toppings and serve warm.

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This recipe could easily be doubled to make a larger batch to eat throughout the week. I looked at some recipes that added the berries in after cooking, but I decided to just throw mine in while it was cooking. As a result, the berries kinda disolved into the quinoa making it a pretty pink color!

Move over oatmeal! This Berry Breakfast Quinoa is stealing the morning show!

The only thing you need to keep in mind is that adding the berries means there’s a little extra liquid as they dissolve so you may need to cook the quinoa a bit longer than usual so all the liquid can be absorbed. Play around with the toppings to find a combo you like! Next time i’m adding greek yogurt!

Move over oatmeal! This Berry Breakfast Quinoa is stealing the morning show!

Dig in, friends!

So tell me, what’s your favorite way to eat quinoa? Have you ever made a sweet version like this?

–Lindsay–

 

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Lindsay Livingston is a Registered Dietitian and new mom from Columbus, Ohio. On her blog, she shares simple, healthy recipes, nutrition tips, workouts and snapshots of her life. Follow her on Twitter @LeanGrnBeanBlog and Instagram @TheLeanGreenBean and be sure to subscribe via RSS or email so you never miss a post!

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Comments

  1. Katie @ Talk Less, Say More says

    May 14, 2012 at 12:23 AM

    Mmm…I might have to try this. I really like quinoa but I’ve never thought about having it for breakfast.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:35 PM

      definitely give it a try!! it was a fun change!

      Reply
  2. Christine @ Oatmeal Bowl says

    May 14, 2012 at 12:35 AM

    Pinned girl. Looks delicious. I love wheat berries for breakfast. why not quinoa?!

    Reply
  3. Renee says

    May 14, 2012 at 1:01 AM

    My favorite way to eat quinoa right now is like fried rice. I’m to lazy to cut up veggies so I just throw frozen broccoli in with cooked egg, quinoa, and soy sauce.

    Reply
  4. Miz says

    May 14, 2012 at 6:10 AM

    OOOH we have been in a run and havent made quinoa in too too long long.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:34 PM

      gotta get on it, lady 🙂

      Reply
  5. Kristen @ notsodomesticated says

    May 14, 2012 at 6:12 AM

    This looks so good! I still haven’t cooked with quinoa yet, but as soon as we get a good, working stove, I need to try!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:34 PM

      yes you do!!!

      Reply
  6. Jess says

    May 14, 2012 at 6:39 AM

    MUST make this. Ever since I saw it on instagram, I’ve been dreaming of it!! Yummmy!!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:34 PM

      haha enjoy my friend 🙂

      Reply
  7. Gina (The Candid RD) says

    May 14, 2012 at 6:47 AM

    I haven’t made a sweet quinoa dish before, but I’ve always wanted to so this is getting pinned! Right now my favorite way to eat quinoa is in a quiche (using quinoa as the “crust” or in a salad with feta, dill, cucumber, tomato, and EVOO).

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:32 PM

      oooh i like the idea of a quinoa crust! might have to try that!

      Reply
  8. Heather @ Kiss My Broccoli says

    May 14, 2012 at 7:48 AM

    Mmm, this looks great! I’ve never made a sweet quinoa with berries, but I do have a version I love that involves pumpkin…and nuts….and apples…pretty much the epitome of fall! I call it my “Taste of Fall Quinoa”…it’s so good! http://www.kissmybroccoliblog.com/2011/03/11/packing-it-in/

    I really like Spabettie’s popped quinoa and cheesy eggs too…one of my favorite savory breakfasts! http://spabettie.com/2011/05/06/popped-quinoa-and-cheesy-eggs/

    I wish they had served everyone the quinoa they served with the chicken dish at Blend. I have never tasted anything like it. Must try to recreate it! 🙂

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:32 PM

      omg both of those sound delish!!!

      Reply
  9. Linz @ Itz Linz says

    May 14, 2012 at 7:56 AM

    YUM! During Passover, I made several different quinoa bowls as I learned quinoa is NOT a grain (and therefore acceptable for Passover). My favorite sweet one I made was a coconut quinoa bowl!! With coconut flakes, coconut butter, and almond milk! Mmmm mmm mm!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:32 PM

      yay!! sweet might be my new fav way to eat it!

      Reply
  10. Christine @ Love, Life, Surf says

    May 14, 2012 at 7:57 AM

    I really love quinoa and it’s so great to find all these new ways to use it. Breakfast? Ingenius. Thanks for sharing

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:31 PM

      you’re welcome! enjoy!

      Reply
  11. Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says

    May 14, 2012 at 8:37 AM

    I love using different grains for breakfast! I typically do bulgur, but I need to try this one out – especially as much as I’m trying to get more protein in.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:31 PM

      oooh i need to try bulgar!

      Reply
  12. Heather @ Better With Veggies says

    May 14, 2012 at 8:38 AM

    I keep meaning to make sweet quinoa, but haven’t yet. So much too cook and so little time! 🙂

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:31 PM

      story of my life, friend!

      Reply
  13. Aimee M says

    May 14, 2012 at 8:44 AM

    This looks delicious! For the past couple months I’ve had an unopened bag of quinoa stare me down every time I open the cabinet. Can’t wait to try this recipe!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:30 PM

      haha…my quinoa often stares me down as well!

      Reply
  14. Kierston says

    May 14, 2012 at 9:09 AM

    I’ve never actually had quinoa! I know, I know, I’m totally missing out! Your breakfast looks amazing! 🙂

    I’ve had great overnight oat bowls similar to this one! Bananas, Carob Chips, Ground Flax Seeds and PB (or PB2)….YeeeeYummm!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:30 PM

      oh you should definitely give it a try!!!! there are so many ways to make it!

      Reply
  15. Cat @ Breakfast to Bed says

    May 14, 2012 at 9:10 AM

    I LOVE quinoa for brekkie. ESPECIALLY with bananas. It’s so comforting!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:30 PM

      i agree….it does go very well with bananas 🙂

      Reply
  16. Angela @ Sleep and Repeat says

    May 14, 2012 at 9:20 AM

    I’ve never tried a sweet quinoa or having it for breakfast but this looks really good! maybe I’ll give it a try next weekend 🙂

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:29 PM

      awesome! it’d make a great weekend morning breakfast!

      Reply
  17. Amanda @RunToTheFinish says

    May 14, 2012 at 9:55 AM

    yummy!! I am always trying to think of new ways to add protein to meals and this is so easy

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:29 PM

      me too! it’s a constant battle, especially since I stopped eating meat. so i’m trying to get creative 🙂

      Reply
  18. Kelly @ No Sugar Sweet Life says

    May 14, 2012 at 10:04 AM

    Probably a dumb question – but what is the purpose of “rinsing” the quinoa? Does it help it taste better? I’ve only used quinoa a few times, but am not so thrilled with it’s “taste/smell”… maybe b/c I didn’t rinse?????

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:15 AM

      not a dumb question! rinsing quinoa helps wash away the bitter taste. There are some kinds you can buy that have already been rinsed so that’s what I look for…but definitely rinse it before cooking! It will help it taste better. Also, cooking it in broth instead of water (for other recipes, not this one) helps give it a better flavor too!

      Reply
      • Kelly @ No Sugar Sweet Life says

        May 14, 2012 at 1:10 PM

        Yeah, I noticed it was really bitter. OK, now I have to make quinoa again SOON, and make it right! Thx for the info!!

        Reply
  19. Anna says

    May 14, 2012 at 10:22 AM

    This looks awesome! I’ve added pumpkin and cinnamon before to make a sweet treat. My favorite way to eat it though is in a junk salad with all the veggies I can find!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:29 PM

      oooh i like the idea of adding pumpkin!

      Reply
  20. Brittany @ GOtheXtraMile says

    May 14, 2012 at 10:28 AM

    This looks SO delicious!

    Reply
  21. jobo says

    May 14, 2012 at 11:14 AM

    That looks SO GOOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I MUST make that this week. SO SO YUM!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:28 PM

      let me know how it turns out!!

      Reply
  22. Georgia @ The Comfort of Cooking says

    May 14, 2012 at 12:20 PM

    I MUST have berries in my breakfast and this looks like a perfectly delicious, healthy way to get my fill! Thanks, Lindsay!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:28 PM

      yay!!!! enjoy 🙂 i wanna try it with raspberries next! or PEACHES!

      Reply
  23. Lyndi says

    May 14, 2012 at 12:48 PM

    I am a fan of quinoa but would have never thought to do it for breakfast! That sounds yummy! Will definitely have to try this.

    Reply
  24. sarah k @ the pajama chef says

    May 14, 2012 at 1:05 PM

    yum! i love quinoa, but my favorite way to eat it is as a base for burrito bowls. i make it w/ lime juice & cilantro for a chipotle-like version. 🙂

    Reply
  25. Emily @ Glitz Glam Granola says

    May 14, 2012 at 1:21 PM

    Omigosh this looks fantastic! I’ve been wanting to make quinoa for breakfast and this looks like the perfect way! I think I’m going to make it tonight so I can take it to work tomorrow! Yum!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:27 PM

      hurray!!!!! let me know how you like it!!

      Reply
  26. Meg says

    May 14, 2012 at 1:23 PM

    I have made a sweet version like this before 🙂 I love quinoa in all forms 🙂 If you want to try something that involves quinoa, but since I know it is not a favourite of yours, try to make a pizza crust or omelet with some quinoa added into it 🙂 I have done that before (because I LOVE quinoa) and mmmm so good 🙂

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:27 PM

      oooh definitely gonna try it in my pizza crust!

      Reply
  27. Charlotte says

    May 14, 2012 at 1:29 PM

    hmmm i may have to try something like this. quinoa for breakfast… idk why i never thought of that 😉

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:27 PM

      haha don’t feel bad. it took me a long time to think of it too!

      Reply
  28. Meredith @ DareYouTo says

    May 14, 2012 at 2:26 PM

    Yepp…. pinned it. Gotta try it. I love everything in it but never ever considered putting them together. You so creative, Lindsay 😉

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:26 PM

      awww thanks girl! let me know what you think!

      Reply
  29. Rachel @ The Avid Appetite says

    May 14, 2012 at 2:36 PM

    Love quinoa and always forget about it for breakfast! I really need to get on this, they look fantastic!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:26 PM

      i know. i never thought about it for breakfast either until lately!

      Reply
  30. Talia @ Bite Size Wellness says

    May 14, 2012 at 2:58 PM

    Always looking for new quinoa recipes…Mmmm! Love when savory goes sweet!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:26 PM

      me too!! enjoy!

      Reply
  31. Adri @FoodieBeFit says

    May 14, 2012 at 3:07 PM

    I love quinoa, always make salad with it. I’ve been wanting to experiment on making it with a sweet quick. This might just be my first try.

    Reply
    • Adri @FoodieBeFit says

      May 14, 2012 at 3:08 PM

      sweet *kick

      Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:25 PM

      awesome!!! hope you like it 🙂

      Reply
  32. Mattie @ Comfy and Confident says

    May 14, 2012 at 3:14 PM

    Yum! This look so good and a great alternative to oats which I have been having a lot lately!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:25 PM

      yeah it was fun to change things up a bit!

      Reply
  33. Lisa says

    May 14, 2012 at 3:21 PM

    Great recipe! I’m also not much of a quinoa fan, but no its super good for you. May have to try this out! Maybe it will turn me into a quinoa lover?

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:25 PM

      you never know! it might be a good first step 🙂

      Reply
  34. Emilie @ Emilie's Enjoyables says

    May 14, 2012 at 3:25 PM

    I’m obsessed with quinoa so this is right up my alley!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:25 PM

      awesome! let me know if you try it out!

      Reply
  35. Brittany @Little b's healthy habits says

    May 14, 2012 at 3:26 PM

    I’ve had quinoa sitting in my pantry forever and every time I go to reach for it, oats just sound better! I need to just force myself one morning because this looks amazing!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:25 PM

      haha i feel ya! i’ve had this giant bag of quinoa forever and i’m JUST now getting to the end of it 🙂

      Reply
  36. Abby @ Abz 'n' Oats says

    May 14, 2012 at 5:04 PM

    This sounds wonderful! 🙂 I love quinoa but I don’t think I have ever tried in a sweet form. Will definitely have to do it as a little change up from oats!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:24 PM

      yes! give it a try for sure 🙂

      Reply
  37. lindsay says

    May 14, 2012 at 5:38 PM

    do you think this would have gone well with my berry salmon?? hehe, jk. But i would have eaten for dessert fo sure!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:24 PM

      berry salmon with berry quinoa…for the win!

      Reply
  38. melissa says

    May 14, 2012 at 5:58 PM

    can i figure out calories for this quinoa? thanks!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:24 PM

      it would depend what toppings you used! But you could certainly calculate it.

      Reply
  39. Matt @ The Athlete's Plate says

    May 14, 2012 at 7:47 PM

    Coming over for breakfast tomorrow!

    Reply
  40. Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin says

    May 14, 2012 at 8:55 PM

    This looks so good! I’ve actually never tried quinoa for breakfast before because I just love my oats too much for breakfast. 😛 But I want to try this!

    My favourite way to eat quinoa is with chickpeas, feta, parsley, tomatoes, cucumber, lemon juice and olive oil. I love making a huge batch for lunches all week!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:23 PM

      oooh i do like adding feta to it!! yumm

      Reply
  41. Pure2raw twins says

    May 14, 2012 at 9:18 PM

    yum! we made a strawberry coconut quinoa the other week, love how quinoa can be made sweet or savory

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 14, 2012 at 10:23 PM

      me too! i never thought about it being so versatile until recently!

      Reply
  42. Lindsay says

    May 15, 2012 at 8:09 AM

    hmmm tough call. this one is quite different than any other quinoa recipe i’ve had so i’d probably start with a more traditional recipe. try rinsing it and cooking it in chicken or veggie broth and then using it instead of rice in a stir fry!

    Reply
  43. Leonor @FoodFaithFitness says

    May 15, 2012 at 1:02 PM

    I’ve never thought of making Quinoa for breakfast. Looks yummy!

    Reply
  44. lisa says

    May 15, 2012 at 5:01 PM

    I love mixing quinoa, greek yogurt, and fruit for breakfast, this looks like a delicious alternative! Definitely going to give it a try! Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
  45. Kristen @ Miami Housewife says

    May 15, 2012 at 8:27 PM

    I wish I had a great recipe to contribute but I’ve never quite understood the love for quinoa. However, this looks really good (and easy)- might have to give it a try this week!

    Reply
  46. Brittany @ Delights and Delectables says

    May 15, 2012 at 9:36 PM

    I am so making this! Can I just move in???

    Reply
  47. Jane says

    May 15, 2012 at 11:16 PM

    Oh my goodness, that looks DIVINE!! I will have to try this out!

    Reply
  48. Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips says

    May 17, 2012 at 10:48 PM

    I was working on a breakfast quinoa a few months ago, but got tired of it before I got it to where I really loved it. Maybe I should try again.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      May 17, 2012 at 11:02 PM

      yes! give it another try!

      Reply
  49. Abby says

    July 31, 2012 at 9:42 PM

    YUM! Going to try this with some coconut and choc chips. THANKS!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      July 31, 2012 at 9:44 PM

      Awesome! Enjoy!

      Reply

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