This gluten free porridge makes for a great breakfast alternative!
Quinoa is a great gluten free alternative grain; high in fiber and protein with all the essential amino acids.
Makes approximately 2-4 servings
INGREDIENTS:
1 cup filtered water
1/2 cup uncooked organic quinoa, rinsed
1 teaspoon ground organic cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground organic nutmeg
1 teaspoon organic vanilla extract
1/4 cup sliced raw almonds or halved raw cashews
1-2 tablespoons “real” organic maple syrup (not the fake stuff)
1 handful organic blueberries or any organic berry of choice.
In a medium sauce pan- bring water, quinoa, cinnamon, and nutmeg to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer, cover and cook for approximately 15 minutes. (Quinoa is fully cooked when water has been absorbed and quinoa is fluffy.) Remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Transfer desired amount to a bowl and drizzle with maple syrup. Top with sliced almonds or cashews and blueberries or other berry of choice. Serve immediately.