Ingredients
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- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water or milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 medium apples, diced
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (such as walnuts or pecans, optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa, water or milk, and a pinch of salt, then bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until liquid is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy.
- While quinoa cooks, dice the apples into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
- Once quinoa is cooked, remove from heat and fluff with a fork. Add diced apples and cinnamon, mixing well. Drizzle with maple syrup or honey if desired.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped nuts. Serve warm or cold.
Notes
- Add raisins or dried cranberries for extra sweetness.
- Substitute apple pie spice for a more complex flavor.
- Mix in chia seeds for added nutrients.
- Use milk for a creamier texture.
- Omit sweeteners if watching sugar intake.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg