Blueberry Lemon Breakfast Quinoa

Name: Blueberry Lemon Breakfast Quinoa
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa; 2 cups nonfat milk; 1 pinch salt; 3 tablespoons maple syrup; 0.5 lemon, zested; 1 cup blueberries; 2 teaspoons flax seed

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Sweet blueberries and tart lemon pair well in this alternative to oatmeal. High in protein and fiber, quinoa is a great start to your day! I made this up one morning when I had a craving for quinoa and was looking for a change from the usual. Top with extra milk for a thinner consistency. Also good with a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg.

Recipe by France C

Published on December 19, 2012

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Prep Time:

5 mins

Cook Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

2

Yield:

2 servings

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Ingredients

1 cup quinoa
2 cups nonfat milk
1 pinch salt
3 tablespoons maple syrup
½ lemon, zested
1 cup blueberries
2 teaspoons flax seed

Directions

Rinse quinoa in a fine strainer with cold water to remove bitterness until water runs clear and is no longer frothy.
Heat milk in a saucepan over medium heat until warm, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir quinoa and salt into the milk; simmer over medium-low heat until much of the liquid has been absorbed, about 20 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat. Stir maple syrup and lemon zest into the quinoa mixture. Gently fold blueberries into the mixture.
Divide quinoa mixture between 2 bowls; top each with 1 teaspoon flax seed to serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

538	Calories
7g	Fat
99g	Carbs
22g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 538
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g	9%
Saturated Fat 1g	5%
Cholesterol 5mg	2%
Sodium 112mg	5%
Total Carbohydrate 99g	36%
Dietary Fiber 9g	32%
Total Sugars 37g
Protein 22g
Vitamin C 9mg	45%
Calcium 383mg	29%
Iron 5mg	27%
Potassium 1013mg	22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.