Overnight Breakfast Quinoa Bowl
As seen in my article on @YorkRegion and my Metroland/Torstar column - RENATA’S TABLE: Overnight breakfast quinoa bowl is wholesome, nutritious
Here is a little something deliciously different for your breakfast! We all know overnight oats. This recipe is overnight quinoa that makes a wonderful, wholesome, nutritious breakfast bowl. It’s made the night before to let the flavours and textures of the healthy ingredients blend together to perfection. Next morning, add the toppings you like best and enjoy a delicious, satisfying breakfast to fuel your morning.
Quinoa is an ancient grain, an antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, gluten-free superfood, a healthy carb and a complete plant-based protein food containing all 7 amino acids, rich in fibre, magnesium and iron.
Chia seeds are an antioxidant that supports heart health, an anti-inflammatory, a good source of soluble fibre to support gut health, to help with digestion, are mucilaginous with a mild natural laxative effect to gently move things along, contain magnesium and phosphorous for bone health, a rich source of Omega-3 fatty acids and are a rich source of plant-based calcium.
As always, when you make this recipe, I would love to see your creation so please post a photo of your Overnight Breakfast Quinoa Bowl goodness and tag my IG account #RenataCollective or leave a comment with your thoughts!
Prep Time: 20 minutes / Cook Time: 15 Minutes / Makes: 4-6 Servings
Ingredients
2 Cups Cooked and Cooled Quinoa (cooking instructions below)
1½ Cups Greek Yogurt
½ Cup Non-Dairy Milk – or dairy milk if no sensitivities
2 Tablespoon Chia Seeds
2 Tablespoons Hemp Hearts
1½ teaspoons Ground Cinnamon
½ Cup Shredded Unsweetened Coconut
1 teaspoon Vanilla
2½ Tablespoons Pure Maple Syrup
Toppings (per Bowl) -a selection of: 2 Tablespoons Fresh Berries, 2 Tablespoons Granola, A Dollop of Chia Jam, Dollop Greek Yogurt or Cottage Cheese, 1 Tablespoon Pumpkin Seeds, 1 Tablespoon Sunflower Seeds, 1 Teaspoon Sesame Seeds, A Splash Extra Maple Syrup… whatever you wish, the options are endless!
How It’s Made
Combine the quinoa, yogurt, milk, chia seeds, hemp hearts, cinnamon, coconut, vanilla and maple syrup in bowl. Cover and let sit overnight in the fridge.
Next morning spoon a generous amount into a pretty bowl and add the toppings of your choice.
Store extra mixture in the fridge, covered, for another delicious breakfast tomorrow.
Enjoy!
Note:
To cook Quinoa, soak 1 cup of quinoa in a bowl for 20 minutes. Drain and rinse well and add to a medium sized pot. Add 1¾ cup water and bring to a boil. Cover. reduce heat and simmer for 10 – 15 minutes until the water has been absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Serve hot if serving with dinner. Let cool to use in this recipe.
Easy Homemade Granola and Chia Jam recipes!
You cast!
This makes n make up individual jars with the toppings to put in your fridge for a quick, nutritious, grab-and-go breakfaa wonderful tasty dessert too - so don’t save it just for breakfast!
