Want to change up your morning bowl of oats! Then try this Berry & Quinoa Breakfast Power Bowl instead. Made with yogurt, cinnamon, almonds, and fresh berries, this bowl is healthy, gluten-free, and perfect for taking a break from your oatmeal routine. It’s also super delicious, extra creamy, and packed with fiber and protein, so it will keep you feeling full and satisfied all morning long!
Berries are loaded with antioxidants, which help reduce oxidative stress and protect the DNA against free radical damage. They also have strong anti-inflammatory properties and are a heart-healthy food. Quinoa is gluten-free, high in protein, and contains all nine essential amino acids. This pseudo-cereal is also high in fiber, B vitamins, and various beneficial minerals such as manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, iron, zinc, and potassium.
Berry & Quinoa Breakfast Power Bowl Recipe
Prep Time: 5 min | Cook Time: 15 min | Serves: 1
+ 1/4 cup quinoa
+ 1/2 cup water
+ 2 tbsp yogurt or kefir (DIY recipe here)
+ 1tsp honey
+ pinch of cinnamon
Toppings
+ blueberries
+ blackberries
+ strawberries
+ cranberries
+ sliced almonds
Rinse the quinoa under cold running water. Tip into a pan and add water. Place over medium heat and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed.
Remove from heat, let cool, then add honey, cinnamon, and yogurt. Mix well and pour into a serving bowl.
Serve immediately, topped with blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, cranberries, and almonds. Enjoy!
| calories | carbs |
fat |
protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| 216 | 36.9 g | 4 g | 8.3 g |