Warming Quinoa Porridge

Quinoa is low GI, contains all essential amino acids making it a complete protein, and is high in fibre, minerals like iron and magnesium, and the flavonoids, quercetin and kaempferol, which are cancer-fighting and anti-inflammatory anti-oxidants. If I'm going to eat a grain or pseudo grain (it’s really a seed), then this is the one I'll go for. This recipe is Gluten free, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy free, Low histamine and No amylose. 

Preparation Time

30 mins + 24 hrs soaking

Notes

To reduce phytic acid from the quinoa, an anti-nutrient that binds minerals in the digestive tract making them less available to the body, soak for 24 hrs before rinsing with water until it runs clear

Cooking Time

30 mins + 24-hr soaking

Yields

2

Notes

Dairy free, Gluten free, Vegetarian

Ingredients

1 cup quinoa

3 cups water

2 cups coconut or almond milk

1 pear, grated

¼ tsp vanilla paste

A little stevia or honey to taste, optional

Fruit for serving, berries are great

2 tbsp macadamias, walnuts or almonds, roughly chopped

1 tbsp grated or shredded coconut, optional

1 tsp cinnamon and/or chia seeds, optional 

Directions

1. If possible, soak the quinoa in pure water for 24 hrs

2. When ready to cook, rinse under cold water until it runs clear and drain

3. In a saucepan bring the water to the boil and add the quinoa. Cook for about 15 minutes or until the grains have absorbed the water and are fluffy

4. Add the coconut or almond milk, pear, vanilla and sweetener if using. Cook for around 10-15 mins until the porridge thickens, stirring regularly

5. Pour into 2 serving bowls. Top with the nuts, grated coconut and other fruit if using. Sprinkle with cinnamon and / or chia seeds if using