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Vanilla Chai Quinoa Breakfast Bowls are packed with quinoa, warm chai spice and cozy vanilla flavor.  Top with apple, almonds and yogurt for a healthy breakfast!

apple quinoa breakfast bowl with apples, almonds and yogurt on top

Can you believe it’s already the middle of  January?   It’s going by quick, but I’m happy to report that my new year goals of healthy eating and exercise are in full swing.

These Vanilla Chai Quinoa Breakfast Bowls are one way I’m sticking to the whole healthy eating thing.  I kicked off 2017 off with my Coconut Overnight Oats recipe, which I loved.  I make oats for breakfast all the time, so I figured it’s about time to give breakfast quinoa some love.

I’m thinking quinoa breakfast bowls should be a thing…or is it already a thing and I just don’t know?  That’s highly plausible, because I’m often behind the times in the world of food trends.

quinoa breakfast bowl on wooden server with spoon and linen

I don’t follow a dairy free diet, but almond milk is always in my fridge because I use it all the time in my overnight oats and breakfast quinoa.

When it comes to dairy-free products, Silk is a brand that I love.  They’re products are silky smooth (hence the name!) and plant-based with no GMO.  They’re a great option for healthier living.

Silk has a wonderful variety of dairy free milk including almond, cashew, soy, coconut, coffee creamers, and even yogurt!  

While I was on a shopping trip, I picked up some Silk Almond Milk and Dairy-Free Yogurt Alternative, complete with new packaging.  Be on the lookout for it!

Silk Almond milk

I used Silk Almond Milk in these apple quinoa breakfast bowls, and did it ever make the quinoa creamy!  It’s got a mild nutty flavor that I love, and it’s low in calorie with no cholesterol or saturated fat.  It’s a great swap for milk in cereals, smoothies, shakes, and more.  

I thought it would be fun to incorporate Silk’s Dairy-Free Yogurt Alternatives into my breakfast quinoa bowls as well.  The yogurt is available in 6 flavors, and is unbelievably smooth and creamy.  It’s cholesterol free, vegetarian, and includes 6 grams of plant-based protein.  

It’s perfect for breakfast and snacks!

front shot of apple quinoa breakfast bowl

How to make Quinoa Breakfast Bowls

This quinoa breakfast recipe is ridiculously easy to make.  I suggest starting things off by whipping up a quick batch of my Homemade Chai Spice, which you’ll love adding to your oatmeal, smoothies, quick breads, etc.

From there, place your quinoa in a fine mesh sieve and rinse it well with water.  Don’t skip this step as the outer coating of quinoa can make your dish taste bitter or soapy.  A quick rinse is all it takes to fix this!

Straining quinoa in sieve collage

Next, add the quinoa, almond milk, chai spice mix, and maple syrup to a medium sauce pan and stir well.  Bring to a boil over medium high heat, cover, and simmer on low for 15-20 minutes or until the quinoa has absorbed all the liquid.  

Add the vanilla extract, fluff with a fork, and you’re ready to assemble your bowls!

Quinoa porridge process collage

Here’s where you have a decision to make –>  stir in (1) 5.3 ounce container of Silk’s vanilla yogurt in the entire batch of quinoa, or simply use it as a topping.  It’s great either way!

The quinoa is only mildly sweet, so if you choose not to incorporate any yogurt into your bowls, you may want to add a drizzle of maple syrup for added sweetness as well.

I chose to top my bowls with crisp, sweet apples, along with sliced almonds for added crunch.  You can customize your bowls with whatever fruits, nuts or toppings that you have on hand.  Just make sure you serve them with extra chai spice — there’s never enough in my opinion!

quinoa breakfast bowl with apples, chai spice and cinnamon sticks on top

More quinoa recipes you’ll love:

Butternut squash quinoa salad

Quinoa bowls

Quinoa casserole

Quinoa enchilada bake by Skinnytaste

Quinoa oatmeal

apple quinoa breakfast bowl with apples, almonds and yogurt on top

Vanilla Chai Quinoa Breakfast Bowls

Vanilla Chai Quinoa Breakfast Bowls are packed with quinoa, warm chai spice and cozy vanilla flavor.  Top with fresh fruit, nuts and yogurt for a healthy breakfast!
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Ingredients

For the quinoa:

  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups Silk Unsweetened Almond Milk
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons [homemade chai spice mix]
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Toppings:

  • 1 cup Silk Dairy-Free Yogurt Alternative in vanilla
  • 1 apple chopped
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds

Instructions 

  • Place the quinoa, almond milk, maple syrup, and chai spice mix into a medium sauce pan and stir to combine. Bring to a boil over medium high heat, then cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the quinoa has absorbed the liquid. Remove from heat, uncover, and add the vanilla extract and fluff with a fork.
  • You may stir in (1) 5.3 ounce container of Silk vanilla yogurt into the entire batch of quinoa, or use it to top the quinoa along with your favorite toppings if desired.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Nutrition information does not include the Silk Dairy-Free Yogurt Alternative or any toppings.
  • The quinoa is only mildly sweet. If you choose not to use the yogurt as a topping, you may enjoy an extra drizzle of maple syrup.

Nutrition

Calories: 343kcal, Carbohydrates: 48g, Protein: 12g, Fat: 11g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g, Cholesterol: 3mg, Sodium: 109mg, Fiber: 6g, Sugar: 16g

Nutrition is estimated using a food database and is only intended to be used as a guideline for informational purposes.

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