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Quinoa Breakfast Bowl with Peaches and Berries.

Sep 13, 2018 by Kelly Roenicke · 22 Comments

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This quinoa breakfast bowl is healthy and delicious – a perfect gluten free and dairy free way to start the day! Peaches and berries are a great topping, or go ahead and use your favorite fruit instead!

quinoa breakfast bowl with peaches

Have you ever tried quinoa for breakfast?

When I first heard of quinoa as a breakfast cereal, I admit, I was skeptical. I love quinoa in soup, chili, or salad, but I was very uncertain that this ancient grain would make a good breakfast food.

I was surprised the first time I tried it! Quinoa makes a very hearty and delicious breakfast cereal. And it’s naturally gluten free, too!

This quinoa breakfast bowl is creamy, delicious, and full of fresh fruit. It’s a great way to start your morning.

breakfast quinoa bowl with peaches

Is quinoa a breakfast food?

Quinoa is an ancient grain, and when mixed with non-dairy milk, maple syrup, and topped with berries or other fruit, it makes an excellent breakfast.

Quinoa is a good alternative for those who may be sensitive to oats, but who still want to a hot breakfast cereal. Another good alternative would be millet porridge.

Is quinoa better for you than oatmeal?

Both quinoa and oatmeal are healthy choices. Oatmeal has more carbohydrates, fiber, and protein than quinoa. Quinoa contains 4 grams of protein per serving, while oatmeal contains 17 grams her serving. Quinoa is a complete protein because it contains all the essential amino acids.

You can read more about the nutritional value of both oatmeal and quinoa here.

How do you make breakfast quinoa?

  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
  2. Place the quinoa in a pan with some non-dairy milk and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for about 15 minutes.
  3. Stir in the vegan buttery spread and maple syrup.
  4. Serve in bowls with more non-dairy milk and fresh fruit.

how to make breakfast quinoa

What type of quinoa will work in this recipe?

Any type of quinoa will work well! I used white quinoa in this quinoa breakfast bowl this time, but you can use red quinoa or a mixed blend if you prefer.

If you make this recipe, or any of my recipes, please share on Instagram and tag me @prettybeeblog! I love to see what you’re cooking.

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creamy quinoa with peaches
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Quinoa Breakfast Bowl with Peaches and Berries.

A delicious quinoa breakfast bowl topped with lots of fresh fruit. This is a gluten free and allergy friendly breakfast.

Course Breakfast
Cuisine Dairy Free, gluten free, vegan.
Keyword breakfast quinoa, quinoa recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 345 kcal
Author Kelly Roenicke

Ingredients

  • ½ cup quinoa rinsed
  • 1 cup non-dairy milk
  • 1 Tablespoon vegan buttery spread
  • 1 ½ Tablespoons maple syrup
  • pinch salt
  • 1 cup strawberries chopped
  • 1 cup peaches chopped
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  1. Rinse the quinoa in a strainer, and then place the quinoa in a small saucepan. Add the non-dairy milk. Heat over medium heat, just until the non-dairy milk starts to bubble. Reduce the heat to low, and cover the pan.

  2. Cook over low heat for about 15 minutes. The quinoa is done when the little ring separates from around the edge of the quinoa.
  3. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the maple syrup, vegan buttery spread, and the pinch of salt.

  4. Spoon into a bowl and top with the chopped peaches and strawberries.  You can add more non-dairy milk or maple syrup if desired.

Recipe Notes

You can store the cooked quinoa in the refrigerator for up to three days.

If you aren't dairy free, use regular milk and butter.

Adjust the sweetener to your taste.

Nutrition Facts
Quinoa Breakfast Bowl with Peaches and Berries.
Amount per Serving
Calories
345
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
9
g
14
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Sodium
 
110
mg
5
%
Potassium
 
700
mg
20
%
Carbohydrates
 
54
g
18
%
Fiber
 
6
g
25
%
Sugar
 
22
g
24
%
Protein
 
10
g
20
%
Vitamin A
 
995
IU
20
%
Vitamin C
 
56.2
mg
68
%
Calcium
 
218
mg
22
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

You can easily make this breakfast quinoa bowl your own! Try adding:

  • chopped seeds or dried fruit
  • fresh mango and raspberries
  • dark chocolate chunks and cherries

This is a very versatile recipe – it has become a staple in our breakfast rotation!

This post was originally published in June 2014. It has been updated with new photos and tips.

 

 

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Comments

  1. Andrea

    July 12, 2021 at 11:23 am

    Hi Kelly! Thank you for this recipe. I am wondering if it could be made in a rice cooker? Thoughts?

    Andrea

    Reply
    • Kelly Roenicke

      July 15, 2021 at 8:39 pm

      I haven’t tried that – do you usually make quinoa in a rice cooker? If so, you can probably do that with this recipe as well!

      Reply
  2. Darryl

    October 06, 2018 at 10:35 am

    5 stars
    Quinoa is such a flexible medium for everything, it is great for breakfast!

    Reply
  3. Kelly

    June 10, 2014 at 8:39 pm

    Yes! We get the giant Costco bag o’quinoa, too! Try it! You’ll like it!

    Reply
  4. Natalie @ Tastes Lovely

    June 10, 2014 at 12:27 pm

    $5 Hunter rain boots? That’s amazing! What a bargain you got.

    I’ve never tried breakfast quinoa, but now I must! I have a big bag of it from Costco, and I’m always looking for ways to use it up. This sounds delicious!

    Reply
  5. Handmade by Lorna

    June 10, 2014 at 12:07 pm

    I have never tried quinoa breakfast or otherwise but your recipe looks yummy and real easy to do. I really like the idea of fruit with it.

    Reply
    • Kelly

      June 10, 2014 at 8:38 pm

      Thank you, Lorna!

      Reply
  6. Olivia - Primavera Kitchen

    June 10, 2014 at 10:43 am

    I love you pink boots, Kelly. Such a deal ;-)
    Quinoa is great. I always cook with quinoa, but I don’t know why I’ve never make quinoa with fruits. I must try it. I bet the strawberries and peaches take quinoa to a whole new level!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      June 10, 2014 at 8:37 pm

      Let me know if you try it, Olivia!

      Reply
  7. Sarah@WholeandHeavenlyOven

    June 10, 2014 at 9:58 am

    I really need to get on board with this whole quinoa thing. I never even knew that you could have it for breakfast too! This sounds amazing, Kelly! Loving the combo of berries and peaches. A perfect summer breakfast!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      June 10, 2014 at 8:32 pm

      Yes, you should try it! It’s yummy!

      Reply
  8. Julia

    June 09, 2014 at 11:06 pm

    Congrats on your new bright pink rain boots! 5 bucks is a steal of a deal!! I can’t believe you’re a 6.5 shoe size..it just makes me want to hug your feet ;)

    I’ve never made breakfast quinoa! I’ve thought about it so many times and it has always just escaped me. I’ll have to hop on the bandwagon, myself!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      June 10, 2014 at 8:36 pm

      I know! I have thought about breakfast quinoa for a long time before I finally tried it! I don’t know why! My feet will gladly take a hug, they have been chasing after children all day. ;)

      Reply
  9. Two Healthy Kitchens

    June 09, 2014 at 11:02 am

    Gosh, I guess I need to jump on these bandwagons, too! This breakfast quinoa looks so fantastic, and as many (many!) different ways as I’ve made quinoa, I honestly have to confess that I’ve never made breakfast quinoa. Why?!?!? There’s no good answer to that question! Now I see what I’ve been missing! Gorgeous, delicious, healthy … I’m gonna cozy right into that bandwagon, no doubt! Oh and about the boots bandwagon … pssssst … I’m a 6 1/2 too, so if you get sick of hot pink you can just send ’em along (you know … we for sure get rain here in Ohio! :D )! Fab post! ~Shelley

    Reply
    • Kelly

      June 10, 2014 at 8:30 pm

      Yes, you have to try it! It’s so good! Heehee, I think I’m keeping the boots! :)

      Reply
  10. Kristine @ Kristine's Kitchen

    June 09, 2014 at 9:46 am

    I’ve been wanting to try breakfast quinoa for so long but for whatever reason just haven’t done it yet. I really need to soon! Yours looks delicious!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      June 10, 2014 at 8:29 pm

      Thanks, Kristine! I was really dragging my heels on trying it, I don’t know why! It’s so good!

      Reply

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