Warm Quinoa Morning Pudding
Warm Quinoa Morning Pudding features tender quinoa gently simmered until creamy, then brightened with apple juice, lemon, and vanilla. Raisins add bursts of sweetness while cinnamon brings cozy spice, making each spoonful comforting yet lively. Serve it for a nourishing breakfast on cool mornings or as a soothing make-ahead meal you can reheat throughout the week.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Place the quinoa in a sieve and rinse well. Let it drain, then transfer the quinoa to a medium saucepan with water.
- 2
Bring to a boil over high heat. Cover with a lid, reduce the heat, and simmer until all the water is absorbed and the quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes.
- 3
Stir in the apple juice, raisins, lemon juice, cinnamon, and salt. Cover the pan and simmer for 15 minutes more.
- 4
Stir in the vanilla extract. Serve warm.
- Calories 252.72 kcal Moderate
- Protein 5.53 g Moderate
- Carbs 53.44 g Moderate
- Total Fat 2.32 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.2 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.67 mg Low Source
- Sodium 25.52 mg Low Source
- Fiber 5.48 g Moderate
- Sugar 27.5 g High
- Added Sugar 3.32 g Moderate
- Calcium 36.21 mg Low Source
- Iron 2.12 mg Moderate
- Potassium 275.07 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 3.01 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 25.31 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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