Quinoa with raisins, walnuts and dates
Start your morning right with this nutritious and delicious Breakfast Quinoa. Packed with protein-rich quinoa, naturally sweetened with honey, and loaded with fiber-filled raisins, crunchy walnuts, and luscious dates, this wholesome dish is the perfect choice for a hearty and healthy breakfast.
- 09 May 2025
- Cook time 15 min
- Prep time 5 min
- 1 Servings
- 5 Ingredients
Start your day off right with this delicious and nutritious honey breakfast quinoa. Packed with protein and fiber from quinoa, natural sweetness from honey, raisins, and dates, and a satisfying crunch from walnuts, this breakfast dish is sure to keep you full and energized throughout your morning.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Place the quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse it thoroughly under cold running water. This helps remove any bitterness.
- In a small saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and 1/2 cup of water (or milk for a creamier texture).
- Add a pinch of salt if desired.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once it starts boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and all the liquid has been absorbed.
- While the quinoa is cooking, chop the walnuts and dates if not already done.
- Measure out the raisins.
- Once the quinoa is cooked, remove it from heat and let it sit, covered, for about 5 minutes to steam.
- Fluff the quinoa with a fork.
- Stir in the honey, making sure to mix well so that the quinoa is evenly sweetened.
- Add the raisins, chopped walnuts, and chopped dates to the quinoa. Stir until everything is well combined.
- Scoop the honey-sweetened breakfast quinoa into bowls.
- Optionally, drizzle a little extra honey on top for added sweetness or sprinkle extra nuts for a bit more crunch.
- Enjoy your nutritious and delicious breakfast quinoa warm.
Tips:
- Before cooking, rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water to remove any bitterness.
- Use a 2:1 water-to-quinoa ratio for best results. For this recipe, you will need 1/2 cup of water.
- Feel free to adjust the quantity of honey and fruits to suit your taste preferences.
- If you prefer a creamier texture, you can cook the quinoa with milk or a milk alternative instead of water.
- Toasting the walnuts lightly before adding them will enhance their flavor and add an extra layer of crunch.
This breakfast quinoa with raisins, walnuts, and dates is not only quick and easy to prepare, but it's also a healthy and satisfying way to start the day. Customize it to your liking with your favorite fruits and nuts, and enjoy a wholesome breakfast that's as delicious as it is nutritious.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 160 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 510kcal | 26% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 8g | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 90g | 25% |
| Fiber 8g | 20% |
| Sugar 63g | 65% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 20g | 23% |
| Saturated 1.88g | 6% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 0.28ug | 0% |
| Choline 27mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 0.20mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 0.17mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B3 1.27mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 0.33mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B9 55ug | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 1.45mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E 0.53mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K 3.03ug | 3% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 70mg | 6% |
| Copper, Cu 0.71mg | 79% |
| Iron, Fe 2.57mg | 23% |
| Magnesium, Mg 100mg | 24% |
| Phosphorus, P 220mg | 18% |
| Potassium, K 720mg | 21% |
| Selenium, Se 4.07ug | 7% |
| Sodium, Na 15mg | 1% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.62mg | 15% |
| Water | |
| Water 50g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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