Quinoa adds a complete vegetable protein to this Healthiest Way of Eating breakfast. Enjoy! (Taken from page 885 of the 2nd Edition of the World's Healthiest Foods book.)
Prep and Cook Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients:
Quinoa
1/2 cup quinoa
1 cups water
sea salt to taste
Topping
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup blueberries
2 TBS pumpkin seeds
2 TBS sliced almonds
Top with 1/2 cup dairy-free milk alternative (e.g., one made from rice, oats, or almonds) and 1 tsp honey
(use any of your favorite fruits in season)
Directions:
Preparing Quinoa
Placed well-rinsed quinoa with water and salt in a saucepan, cover and bring to a boil.
Turn the heat to low, keep covered, and simmer for 15 minutes.
Quinoa Breakfast
Divide quinoa between two bowls, adding one-half of the rolled oats on top.
Top each bowl with half of the blueberries, pumpkin seeds and almonds.