Quinoa and Almond Porridge

Quinoa and Almond Porridge is a warm and comforting breakfast cereal with a nutty flavor and a creamy texture that will keep you full all morning long. It's made with quinoa, almond milk, almonds, walnuts, honey, cinnamon, salt, and almond extract (optional).

This recipe was inspired by a trip to Bolivia, where I had the pleasure of trying quinoa porridge for the first time. I was immediately hooked on its creamy texture and nutty flavor. When I got back home, I started experimenting with different recipes until I came up with this one. I've been making it ever since, and it's now one of my favorite breakfast cereals.

Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups almond milk
• 1/4 cup chopped almonds
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)

Instructions

1. Rinse the quinoa in a fine-mesh sieve.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa, almond milk, almonds, walnuts, honey, cinnamon, salt, and almond extract (if using).
3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked through and the liquid has been absorbed.
5. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
6. Top with additional chopped almonds, walnuts, or fruit, if desired.

Why It Works

• The quinoa provides a hearty and filling base for the porridge.
• The almond milk adds a creamy texture and a nutty flavor.
• The almonds and walnuts add a crunchy texture and a nutty flavor.
• The honey adds a touch of sweetness.
• The cinnamon adds a warm and inviting flavor.
• The salt balances out the sweetness of the honey and cinnamon.
• The almond extract (optional) adds a subtle almond flavor.