Start your day with this warm and comforting Cardamom Quinoa Porridge, a nutritious and flavorful twist on your traditional breakfast porridge. The subtle spice of cardamom pairs perfectly with creamy almond milk, tender quinoa, and sweet sliced pear. Topped with toasted almonds for a satisfying crunch, this porridge is a great way to fuel your morning with plant-based protein and fiber.
Cardamom Quinoa Porridge
Course: BreakfastCuisine: American2
servings5
minutes20
minutes240
kcalIngredients
1/2 cup rinsed quinoa
1 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk, divided
1/2 cup water
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp coarse salt
1/4 tsp ground cardamom
1 sliced pear, divided
4 Tbsp toasted sliced almonds, divided
Directions
- Cook the Quinoa: In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa, 1 1/2 cups almond milk, water, vanilla extract, salt, and cardamom. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the quinoa is tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed.
- Prepare the Pear and Almonds: While the quinoa is cooking, toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant. Set aside. Slice the pear and set half aside for garnish.
- Finish the Porridge: Once the quinoa is cooked, stir in the remaining 1/4 cup almond milk and half of the sliced pear. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the mixture is creamy.
- Serve: Divide the porridge into bowls, top with the remaining sliced pear, and sprinkle with toasted almonds. Serve warm for a comforting and nutritious breakfast.
This Cardamom Quinoa Porridge is the perfect way to start your day with a flavorful and wholesome meal. The combination of quinoa, almond milk, sweet pear, and warm cardamom makes for a satisfying breakfast that’s packed with nutrients. Top it with crunchy almonds for a delicious texture contrast and enjoy a nourishing bowl of comfort in every bite.
