Quinoa Porridge with Cinnamon and Vanilla
Quinoa for breakfast? Absolutely! This warm porridge pairs the nutty character of tricolour quinoa with the cosy aroma of cinnamon and vanilla for a bowl that's genuinely satisfying and naturally gluten-free. Topped with fresh fruit and a scattering of nuts, it's ready in under 25 minutes and makes a brilliant way to start the week.
Ingredients
- 70 g tricolour quinoa
- 210 ml water or milk, your choice
- 50 ml milk, e.g. oat milk
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ground vanilla, to taste; or a splash of vanilla extract
- fresh fruit, to taste
- nuts, optional
The ingredient amounts above scale with your choice. The value per serving stays the same, while the total in the pot grows with the number of servings.
All nutrition values side by side
| Nutrient | per serving (estimate) | Total for 1 Serving |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 310 kcal | 310 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 52 g | 52 g |
| Protein | 11 g | 11 g |
| Fat | 5 g | 5 g |
| Fibre | 5 g | 5 g |
| of which sugar | 3 g | 3 g |
How this is calculated
Target amount = ingredient amount × target servings ÷ base servings. The result is then rounded for kitchen use: from 100 g or ml to the nearest 5, between 1 and 99 to the nearest 1, pieces and spoons to half units, amounts below one unit to quarters, thirds or halves. Teaspoons and tablespoons also go down to an eighth, kilograms and litres stay finer.
Total = value per serving × target servings. The value per serving is unchanged, because ingredient amount and serving count change by the same factor.
Sources
- Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011 (FIC), Art. 32 and 33: nutrition values per 100 g or 100 ml, additionally allowed per portion.
- European Commission, Guidance document for competent authorities for the control of compliance with EU food law, setting of tolerances for nutrient values declared on a label, December 2012.
Nutrition values are estimates from the recipe record, not laboratory results. Even for checked labels the EU sets tolerances: for fat, protein and carbohydrates 20 percent in the range of 10 to 40 g per 100 g, and 2 g per 100 g below that. Home cooking varies more, because variety, size and cooking loss of the ingredients differ. Kitchen rounding also shifts the total slightly against the plain rule of three. Anyone who has to keep amounts exact for medical reasons, for example during a nutrition therapy prescribed by a doctor, should discuss them with a doctor or a registered dietitian. Your serving count is calculated in your browser only, it is neither stored nor transmitted.
Instructions
- Tip the quinoa into a fine sieve and rinse thoroughly under running water to wash away the naturally bitter coating.
- Put the rinsed quinoa into a small pan with 210 ml liquid (water or milk) and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Turn the heat down low and simmer for about 15 minutes, until all the liquid has been absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
- Take the pan off the heat and let the quinoa cool for a moment.
- Stir the 50 ml milk through the cooked quinoa, then mix in the cinnamon and ground vanilla.
- Spoon the porridge into a bowl and top with fresh fruit and nuts to taste. Enjoy straight away.
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Nutrition facts per serving (estimate)
| Calories | 310 kcal |
|---|---|
| Carbohydrates | 52 g |
| Protein | 11 g |
| Fat | 5 g |
| Fibre | 5 g |
| of which sugar | 3 g |
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to rinse quinoa before cooking?
Yes, always rinse quinoa thoroughly under running water. The outer coating contains saponins, which can taste bitter if left on.
Can I make this porridge with regular cow's milk?
Absolutely. Any milk works well here: cow's milk, oat milk, almond milk or even just water.
Is quinoa porridge gluten-free?
Quinoa is naturally gluten-free. If you have coeliac disease, check the packaging for a certified gluten-free label.
Which fruits go well with quinoa porridge?
Berries, banana slices, chopped apple or pomegranate seeds all pair beautifully with cinnamon and vanilla.
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