Creamy Vanilla Quinoa Breakfast Porridge

Name: Creamy Vanilla Quinoa Breakfast Porridge
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 1/2 cup uncooked quinoa; 1 cup water; 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1/4 cup almond milk; 1 tablespoon maple syrup; Toppings: freshly sliced apple, a handful of blueberries, and a sprinkle of cinnamon

This breakfast dish came to life when a mom decided to experiment with healthier breakfast options for her family. After discovering her son’s histamine intolerance, she decided to give quinoa a try, known for being a nutritious, low-histamine grain. After a few attempts, she nailed down the perfect Creamy Vanilla Quinoa Breakfast Porridge. It's been a family favourite in her household ever since.

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Servings1 Person

Why suitable for low histanmine diet

Quinoa is an excellent choice for a low histamine diet due to its high protein content and absence of histamine. Moreover, the other ingredients like maple syrup, almond milk, and fresh fruits used for toppings are all low-histamine foods. Removing high-histamine ingredients and using fresh, low-histamine products ensures this breakfast porridge is a safe and nutritious choice for those with histamine intolerance.

Ingredients

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1/2 cup uncooked quinoa

1 cup water

1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

1/4 cup almond milk

1 tablespoon maple syrup

Toppings: freshly sliced apple, a handful of blueberries, and a sprinkle of cinnamon

Instructions

0Rinse quinoa under cold water until water runs clear. This is important to get rid of any bitterness.
1Place rinsed quinoa and 1 cup of water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes, or until the water has been completely absorbed.
2Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
3Stir in the vanilla extract and almond milk. Mix well until the porridge is creamy. Add in the maple syrup and stir until well combined.
4Serve hot in a bowl with your preferred toppings arranged on top: fresh sliced apples, blueberries, and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Tipps

Rinsing Quinoa

Don't skip the rinsing step, it's important to get rid of the natural bitter coating called saponin that surrounds quinoa.

Cooking Quinoa

You’ll know your quinoa is cooked when it 'pops', meaning its germ ring becomes visible. It's a white, tiny curl.

Heat Adjustment

When the quinoa is simmering, ensure you adjust the heat accordingly. It should simmer gently. A too-high heat will result in the water evaporating too quickly.

Add Your Favourite Topping

Feel free to substitute other fresh, low-histamine fruits for the apple and blueberries. Perhaps a sliced peach or a handful of raspberries. Experiment with your favourite fruits to make this breakfast uniquely yours.

Storage

Any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. For reheating, add a little almond milk to loosen it and warm it up on the stove or in a microwave.

Nutrition Facts

Calories310
Protein8g
Carbs55g
Fat6g
Fiber5g

Remember that everyone's tolerance to histamine can be different, so it's important to pay attention to your body and adjust your diet accordingly. Always discuss dietary changes with a healthcare professional.

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