Apple-Maple Walnut Breakfast Quinoa

Looking for a nutritious, high-protein breakfast that keeps you full and energized? This Apple Maple Walnut Breakfast Quinoa is the perfect way to start your morning! Made with fluffy quinoa, naturally sweet apples, crunchy walnuts, and a drizzle of maple syrup, it’s a healthy and delicious alternative to traditional oatmeal.

Is there anything more disappointing than biting into what you think will be a crisp, snappy apple only to have your teeth sink into mushy flesh? What do you do? Continue to eat it not to be wasteful, or toss it aside for something else?

Neither. Don't eat something you don't enjoy. You'll only be unsatisfied and crave something more. If you can, don't toss it either. Use it in something where the texture of the apple isn't critical, like applesauce. Or add it diced and cooked to oatmeal, quinoa, or barley for a delicious hot breakfast.

This Apple-Maple Walnut Breakfast Quinoa is a protein-rich, filling breakfast alternative to oatmeal. Plus, when you bake the apples on the stovetop, the scent of freshly baked apple pie will float in the air. How can a day not be good when you start it off with warm, soothing, spiced apples?

Seeing as I bought six apples from the same farmer, I've likely got five more softies in my fridge. I don't feel like having quinoa for breakfast tomorrow, so I'll be saying hello to homemade applesauce later today.

Apple-Maple Walnut Breakfast Quinoa

    Prep Time: 30 minutes

    Cook time: 30 minutes

    Yield: Serves 2

Apple-Maple Walnut Breakfast Quinoa Recipe Ingredients

    1/2 cup dry quinoa

    1 cup water

    2 teaspoons butter

    1 medium apple of your choice, diced with skins on

    1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped walnuts

    1/8 teaspoon apple pie spice

    A pinch of salt

    1 tablespoon pure maple syrup

    1. In a small, heavy bottomed saucepan, bring water and quinoa to a boil for 2 minutes. Lower to a simmer and cover for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa has absorbed the water, puffs up, and turns translucent. If the water has evaporated before the quinoa is cooked, just add a bit more water. Quinoa should maintain a slight crunch when cooked.

    2. In a small skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add apples and cook 2 minutes, or until softened and lightly browned. Add walnuts, apple pie spice, and salt. Cook 1 minute more. Add to quinoa and stir.

    3. Divide quinoa into two bowls, and drizzle with maple syrup. Serve hot.

Why You'll Love This Breakfast Recipe:

    High-Protein & Fiber-Rich: Keeps you full and satisfied for hours.

    Gluten-Free & Plant-Based: Perfect for a healthy lifestyle.

    Quick & Easy: Ready in just 15 minutes with simple ingredients.

    Perfectly Sweet & Nutty: A delicious combination of apples, walnuts, and maple syrup.

Pro Tips:

    For extra creaminess, cook the quinoa in almond milk or coconut milk.

    Toast the walnuts beforehand for a richer, nuttier flavor.

    Add a dollop of Greek yogurt or a spoonful of peanut butter for more protein.

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Apple Maple Walnut Breakfast Quinoa Recipe | Healthy & Protein-Packed Breakfast

Start your morning right with this Apple Maple Walnut Breakfast Quinoa! A protein-packed, fiber-rich breakfast recipe with sweet apples, crunchy walnuts, and maple syrup.

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