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Blueberry Quinoa Breakfast

Blueberry Quinoa Breakfast Bake: A Wholesome Morning Treat

Start your day with this nutritious Blueberry Quinoa Breakfast packed with protein and fiber for a satisfying meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup White Quinoa Rinse well to remove bitterness
  • 1 cup Blueberries Fresh or frozen, avoid over-stirring
  • 1 cup Coconut Milk Can substitute with almond or regular milk
For Binding and Sweetening
  • 2 tbsp Ground Flaxseed Mix with water and let thicken for 5 minutes
  • 2 tbsp Maple Syrup Optional, can substitute with honey or agave syrup
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Optional but recommended
For Flavor
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Optional, adjust per taste

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Fine-mesh strainer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (360°F).
  2. In a small bowl, combine ground flaxseed with water and let it thicken for 10 minutes.
  3. Rinse the white quinoa under cold water for 1-2 minutes in a fine-mesh strainer until water runs clear.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rinsed quinoa, blueberries, coconut milk, prepared flax egg, and any sweeteners or spices.
  5. Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish and pour in the quinoa and blueberry mixture, spreading it evenly.
  6. Bake for 50-60 minutes, stirring halfway through, until quinoa is fluffy and top is golden.
  7. Once baking is complete, let it cool for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat as needed.

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