Fruit & Nut Quinoa
Lily & Loaf
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Category
Breakfasts
Cuisine
Healthy Eating
Author:
Lily & Loaf
Servings
1
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Calories
510
Fruit & Nut Quinoa is a fresh and nourishing breakfast bowl combining protein-rich quinoa with colourful fruit and crunchy roasted almonds. Sweet berries, banana and kiwi provide natural sweetness, while lemon juice and a drizzle of honey or agave add brightness. This satisfying breakfast offers a balance of protein, fibre and healthy fats to help keep you feeling fuller for longer.
Ingredients
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¼ cup dry quinoa
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½ cup water
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1 handful mixed berries
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½ banana, sliced
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1 kiwi, sliced
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15–20g home roasted almonds
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1 tsp lemon juice
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1 tsp honey or agave nectar
Optional Toppings
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Extra berries
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Desiccated coconut
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Cinnamon
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Greek yoghurt
Directions
Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water.
Add the quinoa and water to a saucepan and bring to the boil.
Reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 12–15 minutes until the liquid has absorbed.
Allow the quinoa to cool slightly.
Arrange the berries, banana and kiwi over the quinoa.
Scatter the roasted almonds on top.
Drizzle with lemon juice and honey or agave.
Serve immediately or chill for 10 minutes before serving.
Recipe Note
For an extra protein boost, stir one scoop of Lily & Loaf Hydrolysed Collagen+ into the warm quinoa before serving. The fruity flavour pairs particularly well with the banana, berries and honey in this breakfast bowl.
Nutrition
Nutrition
- per serving
- Calories
- 510
- Carbohydrates
- 66 grams
- Protein
- 12 grams
- Fibre
- 11 grams
- Fat
- 24 grams
- Saturated Fat
- 2.5 grams
- Sugar
- 31 grams
- Sodium
- 8 milligrams
