This is my new favorite breakfast and snack, easy to prepare when I need to stop those sweet cravings and have a good source of protein. Great breakfast for my husband who has gout.
Prep Time::5 mins
Cook Time::20 mins
Additional Time::15 mins
Total Time::40 mins
Servings::1
Yield::1 serving
Ingredients
½ cup water
¼ cup multi-colored quinoa
½ cup reduced-sodium cottage cheese
½ banana, sliced
1 tablespoon fresh blueberries
1 teaspoon chia seeds
1 pinch ground cinnamon
Directions
Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool briefly.
Combine 1/2 cup quinoa and cottage cheese in a bowl. Accessorize with banana, blueberries, chia seeds, and cinnamon. Mix up and serve.
Cook's Notes:
You can top this with other fruit, 1 to 2 teaspoons low-sugar jam, nuts, etc.
Use no-salt-added cottage cheese if you can find it. I have looked far and wide and have only found it at Safeway (Lucerne(R) brand). I stock up and keep it on hand.
Save quinoa you don't use for more breakfasts, snacks, or salads. Quinoa is so versatile, it is a staple in our house!