Porridge de Quinoa

Porridge de Quinoa is a creamy and nutritious dish that combines the wholesome goodness of quinoa with the rich flavors of cinnamon and almond milk. Perfect for a healthy Spanish brunch, this dish can be customized with fresh fruits and nuts for added texture and taste.

Porridge de Quinoa
25 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Spanish
320 kcal

Ingredients

  • Quinoa - 100 grams
  • Almond milk - 400 milliliters
  • Cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
  • Honey - 2 tablespoons
  • Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Vanilla extract - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts) - 30 grams
  • Fresh fruit (banana, berries, or apple) - 100 grams

Steps

  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa, almond milk, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla extract.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan.
  4. Simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and has absorbed most of the liquid.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in honey.
  6. Let the porridge sit for a few minutes to thicken.
  7. Serve the porridge warm, topped with chopped nuts and fresh fruit.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 10 g
  • Carbs: 45 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 100 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9.5 g
  • Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein and fiber, promoting satiety and digestive health.
  • Rich in vitamins and minerals, supporting overall wellness.

Tags

SpanishHealthyBrunch