Chocolate Quinoa with Blueberries

Chocolate Quinoa with Blueberries

Chocolate for breakfast? This quinoa bowl will keep you full and satisfied.


Ingredients: 

  • 1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed 
  • 3/4 cup milk or milk alternative 
  • 1/3 cup water 
  • 3 tbs maple syrup 
  • 1 tbs unsweetened cocoa powder 
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla 
  • 2 tbs almonds 
  • 1/2 cup blueberries 
  • Salt to taste

Directions

Step 1. 

In a medium saucepan, add milk, water, quinoa, maple syrup, cocoa powder and salt. 


Step 2. 

Cook quinoa, bringing up to a boil, turn down the heat and cover the pot. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat. 


Step 3. 

Stir in vanilla and recover. Let sit for 2-3 minutes. 


Step 4. 

Fluff with a fork to loosen quinoa and serve with fresh blueberries and almonds. 


Sharon's Hint

No blueberries? Use fresh strawberries or raspberries instead!