Breakfast
Quinoa Breakfast Porridge with Pear
A gluten-free breakfast porridge made from quinoa that simmers soft under a lid until creamy. A ripe pear cooks in for the last few minutes and adds soft, mild sweetness. It is a filling way to start the day with calm ingredients.
- Vegan option
- Lactose-free
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Ingredients
- 120 g quinoa
- 400 ml oat drink or water
- 1 ripe pear
- 1 pinch cinnamon (optional)
Method
- Rinse the quinoa well and bring to a simmer with the oat drink or water.
- Cover and simmer gently for 12–15 minutes until the liquid is absorbed.
- Peel and dice the pear and cook it in for the last few minutes.
- Stir until creamy, round off with cinnamon if you like and serve warm.
Why this recipe is gentle
Quinoa is gently simmered soft in oat drink or water and stays low in fat. The soft pear and an optional pinch of cinnamon add flavour without citrus, onion or spice.
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Tips
- Fat level, portion size and personal triggers decide how well the porridge sits with you.
- Rinse the quinoa well before cooking so the porridge stays mild and free of any bitter note.
- Using water instead of oat drink makes an especially light version.
