Cook: 15 Sweet, wholesome, delicious, and easy to make. We’re loving this simple Apple Cinnamon Quinoa Breakfast Bowl for a healthy start to the day!
It may still be the end of summer, but fall is just around the corner, friends! Who’s ready for cozy vibes and fall flavors?
Today, we’re getting fall-ready with a super easy apple cinnamon quinoa breakfast bowl! Make this vegan and gluten-free recipe in about 10-15 minutes and enjoy a delicious, wholesome start to the day. If you’ve never had quinoa for breakfast before, this recipe is life changing!
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How to make a Quinoa Breakfast Bowl
Breakfast quinoa is SO easy to make! Simply bring almond milk and quinoa to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 10-15 minutes. Add in maple syrup and cinnamon (to taste)! Top with fresh fruit and enjoy.
In this Apple Cinnamon Quinoa Breakfast Bowl recipe, we added rolled oats to the quinoa (for texture purposes). However, feel free to replace the rolled oats with more quinoa if desired!
Is quinoa better than oatmeal?
Quinoa has a little bit more protein and fiber than oatmeal does. In addition to that, quinoa is known to be a complete protein!
Here’s our favorite type of quinoa! (opens in a new tab)
The best way to prepare quinoa
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The apple cinnamon topping
We topped this quinoa breakfast bowl with sliced apples, extra cinnamon, and a drizzle of maple syrup. (opens in a new tab) However, feel free to cook the apples in the quinoa oatmeal or use any fruit that you want!
Other topping ideas:
- Walnuts
- Pecans
- Sliced Almonds
- Goji Berries (opens in a new tab)
- Nutmeg
- Brown Sugar
- Pumpkin Seeds (opens in a new tab)
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EASY Apple Cinnamon Quinoa Breakfast Bowl
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup quinoa
- 1/3 cup rolled oats
- 1 1/2 cup almond milk
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 Tbsp cinnamon
- 1 medium apple
Instructions
- Combine the quinoa, rolled oats, and almond milk in a sauce pan.
- Bring to a boil for about 3-5 minutes, then lower heat and let simmer (covered) for about 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and add in the maple syrup and cinnamon.
- Serve the quinoa oatmeal with apple slices.
- Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
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Such an easy, healthy and delicious breakfast option. I never combined quinoa and oats but now I must give this combo a try. Looks so good!
So interesting, I’ve been eating oatmeal for breakfast for a few months now (new to that game lol!) and I love this quinoa version! Quick question: do you fill as full with the quinoa? With oatmeal I don’t have morning cravings.
I’m always looking for dishes to prepare with quinoa. My family loves quinoa! I have never thought about serving it for breakfast, but with the cooler mornings of fall quickly approaching, this would make a great hearty breakfast. Thanks!
You said quinoa? I’m in!! I don’t really care if it’s breakfast lunch or dinner, quinoa is that ingredient that would always make me happy to see on my plate. I normally use the dark one. What a great idea for a super healthy and nutritious breakfast! Making this now.
I always enjoy a combination of quinoa and rolled oats, so this breakfast bowl is something I will enjoy. And what a fun way to start your morning with a delicious and filling breakfast!