Imagine starting your day with a breakfast that's not just delicious, but transforms your morning routine into a nutritional powerhouse! This Dehydrated Apple Quinoa Porridge isn't just another boring breakfast - it's a game-changing meal that combines the ancient superfood quinoa with sweet, tangy dehydrated apples, creating a symphony of flavors and nutrients that will supercharge your morning and keep you energized for hours.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: Healthy
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water or almond milk
- 1/2 cup dehydrated apples
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- Chopped nuts for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water using a fine-mesh strainer to remove any bitter saponin coating. Drain well.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa with water or almond milk. If using water, add a pinch of salt to enhance flavor.
- Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the liquid to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to prevent quinoa from sticking to the bottom.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low and add the dehydrated apple pieces and ground cinnamon. Stir to distribute evenly.
- Cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until quinoa has absorbed most of the liquid and appears fluffy with small spirals visible.
- Remove from heat and let the porridge rest, covered, for 3-5 minutes to allow further liquid absorption and softening.
- Drizzle honey or maple syrup over the porridge and gently fold to incorporate the sweetener.
- Transfer the porridge to serving bowls and garnish with chopped nuts of your choice, such as almonds, walnuts, or pecans.
- Serve warm and enjoy your nutritious Dehydrated Apple Quinoa Porridge immediately.
Tips
- • Always rinse quinoa thoroughly to remove the natural bitter coating called saponin, which can make your porridge taste unpleasant. • Use almond milk instead of water for a creamier, richer texture and added nutritional boost. • Don't rush the cooking process - low and slow is the key to perfectly fluffy quinoa. • Let the porridge rest after cooking to allow it to absorb remaining liquid and become extra soft. • Experiment with different toppings like chia seeds, fresh berries, or a dollop of Greek yogurt to add variety. • For meal prep, this porridge can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days - just reheat with a splash of milk. • Choose raw honey or pure maple syrup for natural sweetness that complements the apple and cinnamon flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 310kcal
Carbohydrates: 55g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
