Best 4 Wild Blueberry Maple Breakfast Quinoa With Toasted Pecans Recipes

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Wild blueberry maple breakfast quinoa with toasted pecans is a delicious and nutritious way to start your day. It is packed with protein, fiber, and antioxidants, and has a sweet and nutty flavor. This dish is also easy to make, and can be tailored to your own dietary needs. Whether you are looking for a healthy breakfast option or a hearty snack, wild blueberry maple breakfast quinoa is sure to satisfy your cravings.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

WILD BLUEBERRY & MAPLE BREAKFAST QUINOA WITH TOASTED PECANS



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A delicious and healthy breakfast. Be sure to use wild blueberries for the best flavor. You may want to add additional pure maple syrup depending on how sweet your blueberries are. Note: I do not recommend adding the blueberries during the cooking process because it alters the flavor of the berries. Please wait to add them until after cooking the quinoa as stated in the recipe.

Provided by swissms

Categories     Breakfast

Time 25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup quinoa
1/2 cup low-fat milk
1/2 cup water
1/4 teaspoon maple flavoring (optional)
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (if not using maple flavoring, increase vanilla to 1/2 t.)
1 cup wild blueberries (I use frozen wild Maine blueberries)
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup (or more to taste)

Steps:

  • Rinse quinoa in fine mesh strainer under running water. Drain well.
  • Place quinoa in saucepan over medium heat. Cook about 10-15 minutes, or until quinoa turns golden brown. (The quinoa will pop as it turns golden brown).
  • Add the milk, water and vanilla (and maple flavoring if using) to the saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cover, cooking about 10-15 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand 3-5 minutes.
  • Stir in cinnamon, blueberries and pecans. Spoon into serving bowls. Drizzle each bowl with a tablespoon of pure maple syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.2, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 3, Sodium 39.7, Carbohydrate 58.7, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 22.9, Protein 9.4

BLUEBERRY LEMON BREAKFAST QUINOA



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Sweet blueberries and tart lemon pair well in this alternative to oatmeal. High in protein and fiber, quinoa is a great start to your day! I made this up one morning when I had a craving for quinoa and was looking for a change from the usual. Top with extra milk for a thinner consistency. Also good with a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg.

Provided by France C

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Cereals

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup quinoa
2 cups nonfat milk
1 pinch salt
3 tablespoons maple syrup
½ lemon, zested
1 cup blueberries
2 teaspoons flax seed

Steps:

  • Rinse quinoa in a fine strainer with cold water to remove bitterness until water runs clear and is no longer frothy.
  • Heat milk in a saucepan over medium heat until warm, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir quinoa and salt into the milk; simmer over medium-low heat until much of the liquid has been absorbed, about 20 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat. Stir maple syrup and lemon zest into the quinoa mixture. Gently fold blueberries into the mixture.
  • Divide quinoa mixture between 2 bowls; top each with 1 teaspoon flax seed to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 537.8 calories, Carbohydrate 98.7 g, Cholesterol 4.9 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 8.9 g, Protein 21.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 111.9 mg, Sugar 37.4 g

BREAKFAST QUINOA (COLD)



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This is from Trader Joes, I had it as a sample there and thought it was a great take on healthy grains for breakfast, very different from the porridge style quinoa recipes on here.

Provided by newmama

Categories     Breakfast

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup quinoa, rinsed well
2 cups water (or apple juice)
1/2-1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 apples, diced
3/4 cup dried cranberries (can use cherries or raisins)
1/2 cup pecans, chopped (almonds are wonderful too)
1 1/2 cups low-fat vanilla yogurt

Steps:

  • cook quinoa in water or juice with cinnamon according to package. usually it is bring to a boil, reduce heat cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • cool a little and stir everything in.
  • keep in the fridge and serve cold.
  • this will keep for a few days in the fridge.

SPICED BLUEBERRY QUINOA



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I took up eating quinoa when I found out how much protein it has. This is really an easy dish to experiment with; my first version of the recipe was made with shredded apples instead of blueberries. It's just as delicious! -Shannon Copley, Upper Arlington, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast

Time 40m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed and well drained
2 cups unsweetened almond milk
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries, thawed
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons chopped almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, cook and stir quinoa over medium heat until lightly toasted, 5-7 minutes. Stir in almond milk, honey, cinnamon and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until quinoa is tender and liquid is almost absorbed, 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally., Remove from heat; stir in blueberries and vanilla. Sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 479mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh or frozen wild blueberries: Fresh wild blueberries are best, but frozen blueberries work well too. If using frozen blueberries, thaw them before using.
  • Rinse the quinoa well: Rinsing the quinoa removes the saponin coating, which can make it taste bitter.
  • Toast the pecans: Toasting the pecans enhances their flavor and adds a nice crunch to the quinoa.
  • Use pure maple syrup: Pure maple syrup is the best choice for this recipe. It has a rich, delicious flavor that complements the blueberries and quinoa.
  • Adjust the sweetness to your liking: If you prefer a sweeter quinoa, add more maple syrup. If you prefer a less sweet quinoa, use less maple syrup.
  • Serve warm or cold: This quinoa can be served warm or cold. It's a great option for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Conclusion:

This wild blueberry maple breakfast quinoa is a delicious and healthy way to start your day. It's packed with nutrients and flavor, and it's easy to make. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast or a healthy and satisfying lunch, this quinoa is a great option.

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