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Warm and Nutty Cinnamon Quinoa Recipe

Yields1 ServingPrep Time5 minsCook Time20 minsTotal Time25 mins

 1 cup organic 1% low fat milk (vegan alternatives)
 1 cup water
 1 cup rinsed quinoa
 2 fresh blackberries or blueberries
 0.50 tsp ground cinammon
 0.33 cup chopped pecans (optional, or nuts of your liking), toasted
 12 tsp organic honey, agave nectar or real maple syrup. (For lower glycemic index use 1/2 tsp of stevia)
1

Combine milk, water and quinoa in a medium saucepan.

2

Bring to a boil over high heat.

3

Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer 15 minutes or until most of the liquid is absorbed.

4

Turn off heat; let stand covered 5 minutes.

5

While the quinoa cooks, roast the pecans in a 350F degree toaster oven for 5 to 6 minutes or in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 3 minutes.

6

Stir in berries and cinnamon; transfer to four bowls and top with pecans.

7

Drizzle 1 teaspoon agave nectar over each serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 4 servings