Oatmeal with Quinoa and Chia Seeds
Fuel your mornings with our oatmeal and quinoa breakfast mix. Packed with nutrients, this easy recipe is perfect for a healthy start.
Servings: 6
Calories: 162kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup old fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup mixed color quinoa
- 1/3 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Optional Toppings
- Greek yogurt
- Nuts
- Fresh or dried fruit
- Maple syrup or honey
Instructions
To make the hot cereal dry mix:
- Measure oats, quinoa, raisins, chia seeds and cinnamon and combine in a large bowl. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
To make 1 serving of hot cereal:
- Combine 1/3 cup of the mix with 1 cup of liquid (water, milk, or plant-based milk) in a saucepan.
- Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, partially cover and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
- Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. The mix will continue thickening.
- Add your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Notes
- Nutrition facts are based on cooking the oatmeal and quinoa mix in water and do not include any optional toppings.
- The rate at which the cereal absorbs liquid can vary depending on whether you use water, milk, or plant-based milk. For a thicker cereal, use less liquid. Stir in additional liquid if needed.
- You can also cook a larger batch ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator, then reheat individual servings in the microwave for a quick and nutritious breakfast on busy mornings.
Nutrition
Calories: 162kcal | Total Carbohydrate: 28g | Protein: 5g | Total Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 225mg | Dietary Fiber: 6g | Total Sugars: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 2mg | Includes Added Sugar: 0g