This healthy protein rich Spiced Quinoa Breakfast Bowl is made with almond milk and topped with fruit and nuts.

If you would have told me several years ago that I'd not only be creating quinoa breakfast bowl recipes, but enjoying them as well, I'd have thought that you were crazy.

Years ago I only thought of quinoa as a savory food that should be paired with savory flavors. After making my Chocolate Quinoa Breakfast Bowl, I was hooked on pairing quinoa with sweet flavors.

This Spiced Quinoa Breakfast Bowl has cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg along with almond milk and maple syrup. I topped the vegan breakfast bowl with sliced Gala apple, chopped pecans, pomegranate seeds, and coconut chips.

The toppings that I chose went really well with the spiced flavors in the quinoa. This breakfast bowl is not only healthy, but hearty as well.

What Is Quinoa?

Pronounced (KEEN-wah)

Quinoa is a pseudo-cereal in the amaranth family, meaning it is eaten as a grain even though technically it's a seed.

It's gluten-free, making it a great substitute for recipes like tabbouleh which normally has bulgar in it. It also can be used in place of couscous in many recipes.

How Does Quinoa Taste?

Quinoa has a slight nutty flavor. It is chewy and fluffy. Since it has such a mild flavor, it can go in savory or sweet recipes.

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Instructions

Toast quinoa in a pan. This step is optional. It will give your quinoa a nutty flavor.
Add almond milk. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
Mix in maple syrup and spices.
Top with your favorite toppings.

Tips

If you buy your quinoa in bulk, make sure to thoroughly rinse your quinoa. It contains saponin, which gives it a soapy or bitter taste if not rinsed. If you buy packaged quinoa, make sure that it says it was rinsed before packaging.
Toast your quinoa for a more nutty flavor before adding liquid and cooking it.
A quinoa bowl is somewhat similar to oatmeal in that some people prefer more liquid added. The difference with a quinoa bowl is that you add the extra liquid after cooking it, like cereal.
As always, taste as you go. You may want more or less spices or sweetener.

Variations / Additions

Add or switch out any of these to change up the flavors and textures:

Strawberries, raspberries, mixed berries, orange, mango, or pear
Granola
Hemp seeds, flax seeds, or pumpkin seeds
Walnuts, almonds, roasted cashews
Cacao powder or cocoa powder
Peanut butter or other nut butter
Vegan yogurt
Drizzle of chocolate sauce
Vegan mini marshmallows
Coconut milk in place of almond milk

Recipe

Move over oatmeal, there's another breakfast go-to grain in town! This vegan breakfast bowl is a protein packed breakfast.

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Spiced Quinoa Breakfast Bowl