Description
A cozy breakfast bowl filled with creamy quinoa, rich dark chocolate, and topped with fresh berries, perfect for a warm start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup uncooked white quinoa
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (plus more for serving)
- 1 cup coconut milk (light canned, or beverage in a carton)
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2–3 Tbsp maple syrup or coconut sugar
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract (optional)
- 3–4 squares vegan dark chocolate (roughly chopped)
- Mixed berries
- Sliced banana
- Coconut sugar
- Hemp seeds or chia seeds
Instructions
- Begin by thoroughly rinsing the quinoa in a fine mesh strainer for about 2 minutes. Use your hands to sort through and pick out any discolored pieces or pebbles that may remain.
- Heat a small saucepan over medium heat and add your rinsed and drained quinoa. Toast it for about 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until drier and slightly toasted.
- Pour in the almond milk, coconut milk, and a pinch of sea salt. Stir everything together, then bring it to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce the heat to low and cook uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and add the cocoa powder, maple syrup, and vanilla (if using). Stir well to combine.
- Adjust the flavor as needed, adding more almond milk for a thinner texture or more cocoa powder and maple syrup for depth.
- Serve each bowl of quinoa topped with a small square of vegan dark chocolate and your favorite toppings.
- Enjoy fresh, or store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
Notes
This recipe is easily customizable with various toppings and can be prepped ahead of time to save time in the mornings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg