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Quinoa Breakfast Bowls with Banana, Almonds, and Coconut Recipe

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3.9 from 7 reviews

A nutritious and delicious quinoa breakfast bowl made with creamy quinoa cooked in almond-coconut milk, sweetened with maple syrup, and topped with banana, sliced almonds, and coconut flakes for a wholesome morning meal.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

Quinoa Base

  • 1/2 cup quinoa (uncooked)
  • 1 1/4 cups Almond Breeze unsweetened almond milk coconutmilk blend
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon almond butter

Toppings

  • 1 banana
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds
  • 1/4 cup coconut flakes

Instructions

  1. Cook the Quinoa: Add the uncooked quinoa and Almond Breeze unsweetened almond-coconut milk blend into a small saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the quinoa is creamy and fully cooked.
  2. Add Flavors: Stir in the almond butter, maple syrup, and ground cinnamon into the cooked quinoa until everything is well combined and creamy.
  3. Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked quinoa mixture evenly into two bowls. Top each bowl with sliced banana, sliced almonds, and coconut flakes for added texture and flavor.

Notes

  • You can substitute almond-coconut milk with any plant-based milk of your choice.
  • For extra protein, consider adding a scoop of your favorite protein powder after cooking.
  • The quinoa can be cooked ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Adjust maple syrup amount to taste if you prefer it less or more sweet.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan