Nut-Free Protein-Packed Porridge
Start your day on a nourishing note with this Nut-Free Protein-Packed Porridge, a hearty and wholesome breakfast ideal for allergy-friendly dining. Combining the goodness of rolled oats and quinoa, this creamy porridge is loaded with plant-based protein, thanks to the addition of chia, pumpkin, and sunflower seeds. Simmered with subtle hints of cinnamon and vanilla and lightly sweetened with pure maple syrup, it’s perfectly balanced in flavor and nutrients. This recipe is entirely nut-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary needs, and can be topped with fresh berries and banana for an extra boost of vitamins and antioxidants. Ready in just 20 minutes, this energizing breakfast is the ultimate way to power through your morning!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 0.25 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup dairy-free milk (such as oat milk)
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 0.25 cup pumpkin seeds
- 0.25 cup sunflower seeds
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 0.5 cup fresh berries (optional)
- 1 small banana banana slices (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water using a fine mesh strainer to remove any bitterness.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the rolled oats, rinsed quinoa, and water. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the oats and quinoa are tender, about 10-12 minutes.
Step 4
Once the grains are cooked, stir in the dairy-free milk, chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the porridge reaches your desired consistency.
Step 5
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the maple syrup to sweeten.
Step 6
Divide the porridge between two bowls and top with fresh berries and banana slices if desired.
Step 7
Serve warm and enjoy a nutritious nut-free, protein-packed breakfast!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1176.5 grams (1176.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1357 |
| Total Fat 56.00g | 72% |
| Saturated Fat 7.20g | 36% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 23.80g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 428mg | 19% |
| Total Carbohydrate 181.20g | 66% |
| Dietary Fiber 31.50g | 113% |
| Total Sugars 58.10g | |
| Protein 45.60g | 91% |
| Vitamin D 100IU | 500% |
| Calcium 648mg | 50% |
| Iron 12mg | 68% |
| Potassium 1933mg | 41% |
Source of Calories