2 cups coconut milk (not canned, carton) or milk of choice 1 cup quinoa, well rinsed 2 tablespoons cocoa powder 2-3 tablespoons maple syrup or monk fruit sweetener 1 banana, sliced ½ cup berries
Serves 4
1. In a small pot, combine coconut milk and quinoa. 2. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. 3. Remove pot from the heat, stir in cocoa powder and sweetener blend thoroughly. 4. Allow ingredients to get acquainted for a few minutes. 5. Ladle quinoa mixture into a bowl. 6. Top with banana slices and berries then serve.
Calories per serving: 271 with maple syrup sweetener; 223 with monk fruit
Quinoa has been cultivated in South America since ancient times and was considered a sacred food by the Inca people. Pronounced KEEN-waa, this staple grain is a complex carbohydrate and complete protein. It also is a great source of fiber, which can help with cholesterol and blood sugar levels, lowering your risk of diabetes and heart disease and keeping your energy levels steady. Plus, it’s gluten-free, making it a perfect choice for people who have allergies to gluten.
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