High-Protein Breakfast Quinoa Bowl
Power-packed breakfast quinoa bowl with Greek yogurt, nuts, and seeds delivering 28g of complete protein and 380 calories to fuel your morning.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% fat)
- 2 tablespoons almond butter
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 2 tablespoons hemp seeds
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 medium banana, sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Cook Quinoa
Rinse quinoa under cold water until water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa, water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed.
- 2
Fluff and Cool
Remove quinoa from heat and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and allow to cool slightly while preparing other ingredients.
- 3
Prepare Yogurt Mixture
In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, almond butter, honey, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth and creamy.
- 4
Toast Nuts and Seeds
In a dry skillet over medium heat, lightly toast walnuts for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool.
- 5
Assemble Bowls
Divide warm quinoa between two bowls. Top each with half of the yogurt mixture, creating a creamy layer over the quinoa.
- 6
Add Toppings
Arrange banana slices and blueberries on top of yogurt. Sprinkle with toasted walnuts, hemp seeds, and chia seeds for maximum protein and texture.
- 7
Final Touch
Dust lightly with additional cinnamon if desired and serve immediately while quinoa is still warm for the best contrast of temperatures.
Chef's Tips
Cook quinoa in advance and store in refrigerator for up to 3 days for quick assembly. You can substitute any nut butter for almond butter, and frozen berries work well if thawed first.
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Everything you need to know about making this high-protein breakfast quinoa bowl
How long does it take to make High-Protein Breakfast Quinoa Bowl?
The listed total time is 25 minutes. Prep time is 10 minutes and cooking time is 15 minutes. Follow the instructions for any resting or chilling steps.
How many servings does this High-Protein Breakfast Quinoa Bowl recipe make?
This recipe yields 2 servings.
What is the difficulty level of this High-Protein Breakfast Quinoa Bowl recipe?
The listed difficulty level is easy.