Toasted Quinoa Porridge (Importance of a Healthy Breakfast)

Written by Kelly, Contributing Writer

As summer wraps up and we prepare to head our kids back to school, we want to be sure to give them their best start.

One very simple and important way to do that is by giving them a power packed breakfast each and every morning! In the rush to get everyone out the door, breakfast can easily be overlooked.

But missing this very important meal of the day can set our children and ourselves up for failure. We are unable to concentrate and lack the energy we need for a successful day.

Our children’s bodies and brains are still developing and truly need that fuel first thing in the morning. If you are very pressed for time, consider a protein packed smoothie, on-the-go, for a great start to the day. If you have a little more time, consider this protein packed recipe: Toasted Quinoa Porridge!

Toasted Quinoa Porridge

Quinoa is actually a seed rather than a grain, which explains its high protein content. It contains all nine essential amino acids, is high in iron, fiber, calcium, potassium and a wealth of other necesarry nutrients. I love the toasted nutty flavor of quinoa. It is lighter than oatmeal, but still very filling and keeps me going until lunch, with no blood sugar crashes.

What you need:

1/4 Cup Quinoa (rinsed and dried)

1/4 Cup Water

1/4 Cup Milk (regular, rice, soy or almond)

What to do:

Toast the Quinoa kernels in a pan over high heat for about 2-3 minutes. Toss the kernels in the pan as they pop. When the Quinoa is a nice golden brown, add 1/4 cup water. Simmer over low heat for 5-7 minutes or until the liquid is mostly absorbed, then add 1/4 cup milk. Simmer for 10 minutes, adding more milk if needed. Simmer longer and add more liquid for a softer porridge.

Top with Apple and Pecans, Bananas and Walnuts or Golden Raisins with Maple Syrup and Brown Sugar. Yum, to a power packed breakfast!

Toasted Quinoa Porridge

What is your favorite power packed breakfast??

About Kelly

Kelly is a busy mom homeschooling three boys with her husband. She is always hunting for ways to simplify life and make more quality time for family. She enjoys crafting and researching natural health remedies. She blogs at Eyesonthesource.com on all things Home, Health and Kids. For daily inspiration, follow her on Facebook.

Comments

  1. That looks goooooood! Thanks for giving us an easy recipe idea to work into the rotation! 🙂

  2. This sounds so tasty! Thanks for sharing this recipe. I’m definitely going to try it.

  3. This looks great. I have quinoa in a jar in the pantry that I haven’t used in ages. I might give this a try today!

    My go to breakfasts are quiches or frittatas made with left overs.

  4. I haven’t tried toasting my quinoa before…gotta try that soon! I love steel cut oats, but I also like quinoa for breakfast…I make a pumpkin pie quinoa porridge and one with blueberries and pecans…both delish!