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Breakfast Quinoa

Published September 5, 2017
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Breakfast Quinoa
Published September 5, 2017
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If you’re tired of oatmeal for breakfast then this recipe by Cooking Light is a must-try! As a whole grain, quinoa is surprisingly filling and appetizing, especially served with a helping of strawberries, bananas and toasted coconut.

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Breakfast Quinoa

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup uncooked quinoa (certified gluten-free if necessary)
  • 3/4 cup light coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup flaked unsweetened coconut
  • 1 cup sliced strawberries
  • 1 cup sliced banana

Directions

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Place quinoa in a fine sieve, and place the sieve in a large bowl. Cover quinoa with water. Using your hands, rub the grains together for 30 seconds; rinse and drain quinoa. Repeat the procedure twice. Drain well. Combine quinoa, coconut milk, 2 tablespoons water, brown sugar, and salt in a medium saucepan, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally. Stir mixture constantly during the last 2 minutes of cooking.

While quinoa cooks, spread flaked coconut in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 5 minutes or until golden brown. Cool slightly.
Place about 1/2 cup quinoa mixture in each of 4 bowls. Top each serving with 1/4 cup strawberry slices, 1/4 cup banana slices, and 1 tablespoon toasted coconut. Serve warm.

Nutrition Information

Serves: 4 |  Serving Size: 1/4 of dish

Per serving: Calories: 183; Total Fat: 4g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 84mg; Carbohydrate: 34g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 12g; Protein: 4g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 269mg; Iron: 7%; Vitamin A: 0%; Vitamin C: 2%; Calcium: 2% 

The information in this article is provided solely for informational purposes. This information is not medical advice and should not be relied upon when making medical decisions, or to diagnose or treat a health condition or illness. You should seek the advice of a physician or a medical professional before beginning any dietary programs or plans, exercise regimen or any other fitness or wellness activities.

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