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    Author: Donna | Published: Mar 31, 2016 | Modified: Jun 20, 2018

    Apple and Blueberry Quinoa Breakfast Pot

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    Apple Blueberry Quinoa Breakfast Pot with Maple Yoghurt Dressing

    The perfect breakfast to prep and store in mason jars to use throughout the week. This apple and blueberry quinoa breakfast pot is a great way to use up some leftover quinoa and showcase that seasonal fruit

    Apple and Blueberry Quinoa Breakfast Pots with Maple Yoghurt Dressing

    Apple and Blueberry Quinoa Breakfast Pot

    I was all set up today to re-shoot this apple quinoa breakfast pot and realized I didn't have some of the ingredients I needed, so I made a new version  - which is basically the same but different enough to warrant a post all to itself.

    Apple and Blueberry Quinoa Breakfast Pots with Maple Yoghurt Dressing

    Basically we are adding lots of blueberries, because they are coming into season, and yum!

    And we are getting rid of the cashew cream topping and replacing it with a super simple yogurt dressing. 

    I am still a massive fan of cashew cream, and it will always be my preference, but I know a lot of you are turned off by the extra soaking time, and the more expensive ingredients, so I wanted to make it more accessible and budget-friendly.

    Apple and Blueberry Quinoa Breakfast Pots with Maple Yoghurt Dressing

    Anyway, enough about the changes from the original, this little Quinoa Breakfast Pot deserves to stand on its own two feet.

    What we have here is basically my take on a bircher muesli, but using leftover quinoa in place of oats, and adding a healthy mixture of dried and fresh fruits, with a delicious maple yogurt topping.

    It takes about 10 minutes to prepare and can be enjoyed throughout the week if you make up a couple of mason jars full of goodness.

    I hope you love it!

    Apple and Blueberry Quinoa Breakfast Pot

    Whole Food Bellies
    The perfect breakfast to prep and store in mason jars to use throughout the week. And a great way to use up some leftover quinoa and showcase that seasonal fruit
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine Breakfast
    Servings 4 serves
    Calories 231 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 cups white quinoa, cooked
    • 1 ½ cups milk of choice I use coconut
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 2 tablespoon maple syrup
    • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ½ cup dried blueberries (sub raisins if that's what you have)
    • ½ cup chopped dried apple
    • ½ cup chopped fresh apple
    • ½ cup yoghurt of choice, I use coconut
    • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • Berries, fresh chopped apple, chopped walnuts and shredded coconut to serve (optional)
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    Instructions
     

    • Combine the apple quinoa ingredients (quinoa, milk, vanilla, maple syrup, cinnamon, ginger, salt and chopped fruit) in a large bowl and stir to combine. Store in a large glass container with a lid in the fridge for at least 30 mins or overnight. Alternatively, pack into 4 individual mason jars, leaving room to add fresh fruit.
    • Mix the yoghurt with the maple syrup and vanilla in a small bowl, and stir to combine. Cover and chill for about 10 minutes.
    • Stir the quinoa mixture before serving. Serve up and top with a dollop of the maple yoghurt, some fresh apple, fresh blueberries, and other toppings of choice - I usually add some chopped walnuts and shredded coconut.

    Notes

    These little jars of goodness last 3-4 days in the fridge.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 231kcalCarbohydrates: 47.5gProtein: 5.7gFat: 3.7gSaturated Fat: 1.8gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 221mgFiber: 4.7gSugar: 36.9g
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    Comments

    1. Sasha @ Eat Love Eat says

      March 06, 2017 at 1:31 pm

      Love the sound of this! Such a tasty breakfast option!

      Reply
    2. Erin says

      March 05, 2017 at 5:11 pm

      Looks great! I just started using quinoa for the first time, will have to try it for breakfast now too.

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        March 06, 2017 at 11:45 am

        It is great for keeping your belly fuller for longer 🙂

        Reply
    3. Kathryn @ FoodieGirlChicago says

      March 05, 2017 at 8:41 am

      Quinoa is such a great option for breakfast. It keeps you full all morning!

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        March 05, 2017 at 5:19 pm

        Exactly!! My kids are the worst for eating breakfast and asking for a snack like five minutes later - we started serving up quinoa as a way to keep them fuller for longer, and it seems to work (for now anyway 🙂 )

        Reply
    4. Sue Ringsdorf says

      March 05, 2017 at 8:23 am

      Love these ideas for make-ahead breakfasts! So healthy too! 🙂

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        March 06, 2017 at 11:48 am

        Exactly! Super handy to have something healthy prepared in advance for when the week gets busy

        Reply
    5. Michele says

      February 27, 2017 at 8:26 pm

      I have company next week (again????) Im going to prep these on Sunday so that Im covered for their Monday Breakfast!!

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        February 28, 2017 at 12:00 pm

        You are little miss social Michele 🙂 Prep ahead breakfasts definitely come in handy when you have company.

        Reply
      • Donna1 says

        February 28, 2017 at 12:21 pm

        You are little miss social Michele 🙂 Prep ahead breakfasts are definitely the best when you have company!

        Reply
    6. Rebekah @ Surviving Toddlerhood says

      May 10, 2016 at 12:55 pm

      This looks so good! I just got some quinoa from Trader Joe's on my last shopping run, hoping to start adding it back into our diet a little at a time. Pinning for later!

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        May 10, 2016 at 8:44 pm

        Yay hope you love it 🙂 I have been using the quinoa from TJ's lately as well - it's pretty good!

        Reply
    7. Eileen Kelly says

      April 07, 2016 at 9:49 am

      This is a lovely breakfast. Super simple and tasty. I love the coconut yogurt addition too . My girls are going to love this tomorrow morning

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        April 10, 2016 at 3:07 pm

        Oh I hope they do Eileen! We have been loving coconut yogurt in everything lately 🙂

        Reply
    8. pragati says

      April 06, 2016 at 1:09 am

      This looks so fabulous, and is super healthy. I hear ya about the cashews 🙂

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        April 10, 2016 at 3:08 pm

        Oh I know hey, so expensive!!

        Reply
    9. dixya @ food, pleasure, and health says

      April 05, 2016 at 6:15 pm

      i tried something similar from panera and i didnt care too much for it..your version looks delightful, i might give it a try again :)..and about the old (cringy worthy photos)...i have that on my to do list, someday will get to it 🙂

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        April 10, 2016 at 3:08 pm

        Haha, yes it is a slow process, some of them are so bad 🙂 I haven't tried the panera version, but I love this one 🙂

        Reply
    10. Mel@avirtualvegan.com says

      April 05, 2016 at 2:25 pm

      What a lovely make ahead breakfast idea and so healthy. It makes such a change from the usual oatmeal!

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        April 10, 2016 at 3:10 pm

        Oh I am so guilty of getting stuck in the oatmeal rut!!

        Reply
    11. Kelly @ TastingPage says

      April 05, 2016 at 12:17 pm

      This looks like a great way to start the day. So many great ingredients!

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        April 05, 2016 at 1:21 pm

        Thanks Kelly 🙂

        Reply
    12. Uma Srinivas says

      April 05, 2016 at 9:35 am

      Love the ingredients, I love to add coconut milk to my breakfast:)
      Never tried this before, looks delicious.

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        April 05, 2016 at 1:22 pm

        I love coconut milk as well, super delicious!

        Reply
    13. Hedi says

      April 05, 2016 at 3:11 am

      I love quinoa, it is the best source of protein for us vegans. Tastes delicious too! 🙂

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        April 05, 2016 at 1:22 pm

        I know, quinoa is amazing hey! We don't eat much meat at all, so I try to make sure the kids are getting their protein from lots of other sources - quinoa is a regular in our house!

        Reply
    14. Vanessa @ VeganFamilyRecipes says

      April 05, 2016 at 2:46 am

      This looks so yummy! I love having quinoa for breakfast. Looks delicious!

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        April 05, 2016 at 1:25 pm

        Me too, so filling and such a good way to set yourself up for the rest of the day!

        Reply
    15. Jenn says

      April 04, 2016 at 7:58 pm

      Sounds delicious! I love subbing quinoa for oatmeal...this would be a delicious way to do that!

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        April 05, 2016 at 1:26 pm

        Thanks Jenn 🙂 Me too, I like to switch it up from time to time!

        Reply
    16. claira says

      April 04, 2016 at 7:18 pm

      Sounds like a great breakfast to start your day with.

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        April 05, 2016 at 1:26 pm

        Definitely - keeps your belly nice and full 🙂

        Reply
    17. Patricia @ Grab a Plate says

      April 04, 2016 at 6:10 pm

      What a fabulous first meal of the day! Love that you've made some subs - I totally agree with using a lot of cashews for making cream -- they are so pricey, so I definitely appreciate this. How yummy!

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        April 05, 2016 at 1:27 pm

        Thanks Patricia! I love cashews, but when you start using them everyday, it can just get a bit ridiculous in terms of price - especially if the people in your house eat as much as the people in mine 🙂

        Reply
    18. Linda @ Veganosity says

      April 04, 2016 at 2:51 pm

      So easy, flavorful, and pretty. My kind of breakfast.

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        April 05, 2016 at 1:27 pm

        Thanks Linda 🙂

        Reply
    19. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      April 04, 2016 at 7:29 am

      That's what I call a perfect breakfast!

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        April 05, 2016 at 1:27 pm

        Me too 🙂

        Reply
    20. Bethany @ athletic avocado says

      April 02, 2016 at 7:03 pm

      This breakfast totally beats my breakfast any day! I NEED this in my life! Cant wait to make it!

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        April 03, 2016 at 9:29 am

        Oh thanks so much Bethany 🙂 I love make ahead breakfasts - always make the mornings so much easier!

        Reply

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