High-Protein Quinoa Breakfast Bowl

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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.

Submitted by Deborah's Delight
Updated on January 14, 2022
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
1
Yield:
1 serving
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 1 servings

  • 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

  1. 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.

  2. 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!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

313 Calories
5g Fat
48g Carbs
21g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 1
Calories 313
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 6%
Cholesterol 5mg 2%
Sodium 22mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 48g 17%
Dietary Fiber 6g 23%
Total Sugars 12g
Protein 21g 42%
Vitamin C 7mg 8%
Calcium 122mg 9%
Iron 3mg 14%
Potassium 568mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.