This is my new favorite breakfast and snack, easy to prepare when I need to stop those sweet cravings and have a good source of protein. Great breakfast for my husband who has gout.
Ingredients
- ½ cup water
- ¼ cup multi-colored quinoa
- ½ cup reduced-sodium cottage cheese
- ½ banana, sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh blueberries
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1 pinch ground cinnamon
Directions
Step 1
Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool briefly.
Step 2
Combine 1/2 cup quinoa and cottage cheese in a bowl. Accessorize with banana, blueberries, chia seeds, and cinnamon. Mix up and serve.
Cook’s Notes:
You can top this with other fruit, 1 to 2 teaspoons low-sugar jam, nuts, etc.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 1 | |
Calories 313 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat5g | 6% |
Saturated Fat1g | 6% |
Cholesterol5mg | 2% |
Sodium22mg | 1% |
Total Carbohydrate48g | 17% |
Dietary Fiber6g | 23% |
Total Sugars12g | |
Protein21g | |
Vitamin C7mg | 35% |
Calcium122mg | 9% |
Iron3mg | 14% |
Potassium568mg | 12% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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