Vanilla Maple Quinoa Bowl (Printer-friendly)

Wholesome bowl with maple, vanilla, quinoa, fruits, and nuts for a flavorful morning treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main components

01 - 1 cup uncooked quinoa
02 - 2 cups water
03 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Sweetening & flavor

04 - 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Toppings

06 - 1/2 cup sliced fresh strawberries
07 - 1/2 cup blueberries
08 - 1/4 cup chopped toasted almonds
09 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
10 - 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk

# Directions:

01 - Combine quinoa, water, and sea salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
02 - Remove the saucepan from heat. Fluff the quinoa with a fork, then stir in maple syrup and vanilla extract until well incorporated.
03 - Divide the cooked quinoa among serving bowls. Top each portion with sliced strawberries, blueberries, toasted almonds, chia seeds, and finish with a drizzle of coconut milk.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick to prepare and perfect for meal prep
  • High in plant-based protein for long-lasting energy
  • Adaptable with any toppings or fruit you have on hand
  • Beautiful texture that feels indulgent yet healthy
02 -
  • Quinoa offers complete protein plus iron and magnesium for focus
  • Maple syrup brings natural sweetness without refined sugar
  • Non-dairy milk keeps it feeling light and creamy
03 -
  • Always rinse quinoa thoroughly as this small step keeps flavors clean and untarnished
  • Toasting the nuts lightly before topping adds heaps of crunch and extra aroma
  • Make a double batch on Sunday so breakfast is ready all week and the flavors only get better as they sit
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