Description
Jumpstart your day with this vibrant and protein-packed Very Berry Quinoa Breakfast Bowl—a perfect combination of nutty quinoa, sweet bananas, juicy berries, and creamy milk or yogurt. This quick breakfast idea is gluten-free, naturally sweetened, and totally customizable. Whether you’re after an easy recipe for busy mornings, healthy snack, or fresh breakfast ideas, this bowl delivers flavor and nutrition with every bite.
Ingredients
1 cup cooked quinoa
1/2 cup blueberries
1/2 cup raspberries
1/4 cup blackberries
1 banana, sliced
2 tablespoons toasted almonds (or sunflower seeds)
1/2 cup milk or yogurt (dairy or non-dairy)
1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey (optional)
Instructions
1. Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water and cook it in 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Let it cool slightly.
2. Wash the berries and slice the banana. Toast the almonds or seeds in a dry pan over medium heat for 2–3 minutes if desired.
3. Spoon the cooked quinoa into serving bowls.
4. Top with the banana slices, mixed berries, and toasted nuts or seeds.
5. Pour over milk or add a spoonful of yogurt.
6. Drizzle with maple syrup or honey if you like a touch of sweetness.
7. Serve warm or chilled. Enjoy!
Notes
Make the quinoa ahead of time and refrigerate to save prep time in the morning.
Use any combination of berries depending on what’s in season or available.
For added protein, stir in a scoop of your favorite protein powder or a spoonful of nut butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stove
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: quick breakfast, healthy snack, easy recipe, breakfast ideas, quinoa bowl