Ingredients
Power Porridge:
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- ½ cup quinoa, rinsed
- 1 small apple, diced
- 6 tablespoons hemp seeds
- 2 tablespoons ground flax seed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
Toppings:
- 4 tablespoons almond butter
- Ground cinnamon, for sprinkling
- Splash of almond milk
- Sliced apples
Instructions
- Bring Ingredients to Boil: In a small saucepan over high heat, combine almond milk, rinsed quinoa, diced apple, and sea salt. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally to ensure all ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Simmer the Porridge: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan. Let it simmer gently for 18-20 minutes until most of the liquid is absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
- Mix in Superfoods: Remove the pot from heat and stir in the hemp seeds, ground flaxseed, ground cinnamon, and maple syrup if using. Mix gently to combine all flavors evenly.
- Serve with Toppings: Transfer the porridge to bowls, then top with almond butter, a sprinkle of cinnamon, sliced apples, and a splash of almond milk as desired for extra creaminess and flavor.
- Enjoy Your Meal: Serve warm and enjoy a nutritious, delicious start to your day!
Notes
- This recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and egg-free, accommodating many dietary preferences.
- Maple syrup is optional and can be adjusted or omitted to reduce sugar content.
- Use fresh apples for best flavor or swap for other fruit like pears or berries.
- Leftover porridge can be refrigerated and reheated with additional almond milk for creaminess.
- Adjust topping quantities according to personal taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
