| Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 15 mins | Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 315 | 8g | 1g | 58g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 20g | 8g | 11g | 0.25g |
As a gal bred and buttered in Charleston, South Carolina, it’s in my bones to rise with the rooster and get a taste of real Southern tradition – biscuits, fried chicken, a little seafood, maybe. But every now and then, I love to kick back with something a bit surprising. Cue in the crunch of almonds mixed with the freshness of mixed berries in a beautiful Açaí Breakfast Quinoa.
Embracing The Southern Morning
What I love about this Açaí Breakfast Quinoa is how it translates my coastal, Southern roots into a healthy, colorful dish. I have always cherished watching the sunrise over the Carolina shores as the scent of salty air mingles with the sweet aroma of ripe peaches from the local market. This dish embodies those memories with every bite, connecting the warm heart of the South to your morning routine, no matter where you are.
A Nourishing Start to Your Day
Containing quinoa, a superstar grain packed with protein and a multitude of vital nutrients, açaí, an antioxidant-rich superfood, as well as fresh fruits, and the healthy crunch of almonds, the Açaí Breakfast Quinoa recipe offers a great balance of wholesome ingredients that ensure an energized start to anybody’s day. It reminds me of the heaped bowls of steel-cut oats my grandmother used to make, but with a lighter and more refreshing flavor profile.
Now, wouldn’t this dish be a nutritious complement to a simpler main course like French Toast or an easy omelette? It’s also a great palate-refresher after a hearty Southern-style dinner the night before. And since I’m always one to pair healthy eating with some good old fashioned physical fun, I find it the perfect choice for a post-surf meal or even a movie-night snack! So why don’t you give this delightful Açaí Breakfast Quinoa a whirl and see how it shakes up your morning routine?
What You’ll Need
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/4 cup pure açaí puree
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 1 medium banana, sliced
- 1/4 cup unsalted roasted almonds, chopped
- 1/2 cup granola
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut
Method
Step One
First, rinse the quinoa under cold water. Then, place it in a saucepan with the 2 cups of water.
Step Two
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the quinoa simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is fluffy.
Step Three
Pour the almond milk into the cooked quinoa. Stir in the açaí puree and honey until well mixed.
Step Four
Divide the quinoa mixture into four serving bowls.
Step Five
Top each bowl with an equal amount of the mixed berries, banana slices, chopped almonds, granola, and shredded coconut.
Step Six
Serve the Açaí Breakfast Quinoa immediately, while warm for the best flavor. Enjoy this nutritious, fruity breakfast bowl to start your day off right!
