Serves 2, nutritional facts calculated with 1 tablespoon slivered almonds on each serving
Ingredients
For the Berry Compote:
1 cup frozen mixed berries or berries of your choice
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon cornstarch
½ teaspoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon pure almond or vanilla extract
For Quinoa Porridge:
½ cup water
½ cup soy or almond milk
½ cup quinoa
pinch sea salt
Toppings:
soy or almond milk
sliced almonds
Instructions
For the Berry Compote:
Put all ingredients in a small sauce pan and bring to a low simmer. Let simmer for 5 minutes or until berries are thawed and sauce starts to slightly thicken.
For the Quinoa Porridge:
Bring water, milk and pinch of sea salt to a boil in a saucepan. Add quinoa, cover and reduce heat to the lowest setting. Cook until all the liquid is absorbed and quinoa is cooked through.
Once cooked, divide quinoa into two bowls and top with berry compote. Add sliced almonds and a splash of soy or almond milk. Enjoy!