Quinoa Porridge with Dates and Raisins

Due to its incredible richness in proteins and minerals, experts recommend that quinoa should frequently appear on our plates. If youre unsure how to use it, we suggest starting with this simple recipe. You can enjoy this dish for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Details

  • Preparation Time: 10 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 20 minutes
  • Difficulty: 1
  • Spiciness: 0
  • Number of Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 150 g Quinoa

  • 500 ml Milk, whole milk

  • 500 ml Water

  • 0.5 teaspoons Spices, cinnamon, ground

  • 10 pieces Date, fresh or dried

  • 1 handful Raisins

  • 2.5 spoons Honey

Steps

  1. Place the quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under hot water until the water runs clear. Drain the rinsed quinoa well.

  2. In a pot, mix the milk, water, cinnamon, and quinoa. Place the pot on the stove and slowly bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Once it boils, reduce the heat, cover the pot, and let the quinoa cook for 15 minutes. Then remove the pot from the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes.

  3. Cut the dates into smaller pieces. Add them along with the raisins to the pot with the quinoa. Mix everything well and serve in bowls. Drizzle the prepared dish with honey and serve.

Nutrition Information (Per 100g)

  • Calories: 313.59 kcal
  • Fat: 1.99 g
    • Saturated Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 72.27 g
    • Sugars: 36.91 g
  • Protein: 5.75 g
  • Fiber: 6.41 g

Advice

You can refresh the quinoa porridge by adding freshly squeezed orange juice.