Quinoa Porridge with Blueberry Chia Jam

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A creamy quinoa porridge with added maca powder, served with a quick homemade blueberry chia jam.

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QUINOA

For this porridge I like to cook my quinoa on the stove top with 1part quinoa to 2 parts water.

Bring it to boil. Once it's boiling reduce the heat and cook for about 15 - 20 minutes with the lid on.

To make 2 generous portions of this porridge I suggest cooking one cup dried quinoa with 2 cups water.

BLUEBERRY CHIA JAM

I love my quick blueberry chia jam hack. All you will need to do is heat 1/2 cup frozen blueberries in either a small pot on the stove top or for a few seconds in the microwave. Heat the berries until they are soft and have released their juices. Once soft and juicy add about 2 teaspoon chia seeds, stir to mix and let it sit for a few minutes to thicken. If you like, you can add a drizzle of maple syrup or honey if the berries are tart.

FRESH VS FROZEN

Frozen blueberries work definitely better for this, however you can also use fresh blueberries. You will probably have to cook them for longer and might have to add a bit of water to get them soft.

I recommend using frozen for quick and easy results.

USING COOKED QUINOA

Using pre-cooked quinoa makes this an extra speedy breakfast. It's also a great way to use up left-over quinoa that you might have cooked the day(s) before or on your meal prep days.

ADJUSTING THE SWEETNESS

I prefer the porridge without any added sweetness, but you can always add maple syrup or honey whilst you cook the porridge. Adjust the sweetness level to your liking.

If you are using a sweetened yoghurt or milk you might not need to add any additional sweetness.

PORRIDGE CONSISTENCY

I suggest starting with 1/2 cup milk, but add more until the porridge has the desired consistency you want. Some prefer a thicker porridge, whilst other like it a bit runnier. Again, this is a personal preference so have fun!

REASONS YOU WILL LOVE THIS BREAKFAST

The quinoa, hemp seeds and chia seeds make this a high-protein breakfast

This breakfast is high in fibre and good for your gut health

The blueberries and chia seeds provide antioxidants which are good for your skin.

It is gluten-free, if it's something you are concerned with and need to avoid.

This breakfast contains omega-3 fatty acids - which are good for your heart.

The maca powder is a natural adaptogen and helps balance hormones and boost energy.

and once your quinoa is cooked, this breakfast is so quick and easy to make

YOU WILL NEED

Cooked quinoa
Plant-based milk. I used a macadamia milk.
Plant-based yoghurt. I love using a plain, unsweetened but you can whichever one you like
Maca Powder
Vanilla Extract
Blueberries
Chia seeds
Hemp seeds (optional)
Drizzle of maple syrup or honey (optional)

OPTIONAL TO ADD

Add a tablespoon ground flaxseeds to the porridge.
Add a drizzle of tahini or your favourite nut butter
A dusting of cinnamon is delicious in the breakfast too.
If you want to increase the protein you can add protein powder - you will most likely have to add more milk or water.

OTHER BREAKFAST RECIPES TO TRY

Chocolate Steel-cut Oats and Baked Pear

Golden Milk Oats

Buckwheat Porridge with Roasted Peaches

High protein Quinoa Porridge with Blueberry Chia Jam

QUINOA PORRIDGE WITH BLUEBERRY JAM

A creamy quinoa porridge with added Maca, served with a quick homemade blueberry chia jam.

TIME: Less than 10 minutes

SERVES: 1 generous portion

INGREDIENTS

FOR THE PORRIDGE

1 cup pre-cooked quinoa
2 tbsp plant-based yoghurt
1/2 - 1 cup plant-based milk of choice (adjust the amount to your liking)
a pinch of salt (optional)
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp maca powder
Maple syrup or honey (optional)

FOR THE JAM

1/2 cup blueberries
2 tsp chia seeds

TO SERVE (optional)

1 heaped tsp hemp seeds
1 tbsp plant-based yoghurt
a drizzle of maple syrup or honey

INSTRUCTIONS

In a small pot heat all the porridge ingredients and cook for about 5 minutes on low. Add milk as to your desired consistency.

In the meantime make the jam by heating the frozen blueberries for about 20 - 40 seconds in the microwave. Microwave until the berries are soft and have released their juices. Once soft and juicy add the chia seeds, stir to mix and let it sit for a few minutes to thicken.

Once ready to serve spoon the porridge into a bowl and top with additional yoghurt, the blueberry jam and hempseeds. Drizzle with maple syrup or honey (optional) and enjoy!