Cinnamon quinoa in a white bowl with a metal spoon.

Warm and Nutty Cinnamon Quinoa

Ingredients 

  • 1 cup Milk Low-fat
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 cup Quinoa
  • 2 cups Blueberries Or any berry
  • ½ teaspoon Cinnamon
  • cup Nuts Chopped (pecans, almonds, walnuts)
  • 4 teaspoons Honey

Equipment

  • Stovetop
  • Medium Saucepan
  • Skillet

Instructions

  • Combine milk, water, and quinoa in a medium saucepan. 
  • Bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Reduce heat to medium low; cover and simmer 15 minutes or until most of the water is absorbed.
  • Turn off heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in blueberries and cinnamon.
  • Toast the nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 3 minutes.
  • Serve warm with nuts and honey drizzled on top.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Warm and Nutty Cinnamon Quinoa
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
317
Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
10
g
15
%
Saturated Fat
 
2
g
13
%
Cholesterol
 
3
mg
1
%
Sodium
 
34
mg
1
%
Potassium
 
461
mg
13
%
Carbohydrates
 
50
g
17
%
Fiber
 
6
g
25
%
Sugar
 
16
g
18
%
Protein
 
11
g
22
%
Vitamin A
 
164
IU
3
%
Vitamin C
 
7
mg
8
%
Calcium
 
111
mg
11
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword Almonds, Berries, Blueberries, Blueberry, Chopped Nuts, Cinnamon, Gluten Free, Honey, Milk, Pecans, Quinoa, Vegetarian, Walnuts