Protein-Quinoa zum Vorbereiten

Zutaten

• 2 cups fresh water
• 1 cup uncooked quinoa, original or multi-color
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1 cup rolled oats, GF-certified if needed
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 4 Tbsps chia seeds ((See Notes!))
• 2 cups Almond milk ((You can use your favorite plant-based milk!))
• 1/4 cup Agave syrup
• 1 1/2 tsps vanilla extract
• Fresh blackberries
• Sliced almonds
• Almond butter, optional

Zubereitung

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   --- TO COOK QUINOA: ---

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   Begin by adding the water and salt to a medium saucepan over medium-high heat until it begins to boil. Add in the quinoa, whisking continuously while boiling for 1-2 minutes. Reduce heat to bring to a simmer for 10-15 minutes, whisking every 3-4 minutes until fully cooked through, and water has dried, and the quinoa has thickened. Remove from heat and let it cool.

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   --- TO MAKE THE OVERNIGHT QUINOA: ---

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   Add all ingredients to a medium bowl, stirring until well combined.

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   Tightly cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight (or at least 8 hours).

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   To serve (hot or cold), add the overnight quinoa to a bowl or mason jar and top it with fresh blackberries, sliced almonds, and drizzle almond butter atop, if desired.

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   Bon Appetit!