Mama Pip's Protein Breakfast Bowl

This breakfast recipe is inspired by a request from my very own Mother, who we all call Mama Pip. My Mom is ageless and exceptionally fit, I've always loved her zest for eating healthy without restricting or obsessing. She is always listening to her body and eats accordingly. Over the past few years she has incorporated more plant-based recipes into her home as my Dad and I have gone crazy vegan. I was talking to her the other night and she mentioned how after a grueling workout {intense kick boxing classes that I infamously could not leave my bed the next day after} she wants more than a smoothie with protein powder; you know like satisfying and satiating comfort breakfast that also refuels the body. 

Between the Quinoa, Chia Seeds and Walnuts one serving of this breakfast is about 18g of protein! Quinoa is the base of this meal; your probably quite used to having it with dinner or lunch but I assure you; it's great for breakfast too. Quinoa is rare in the fact that it is a complete protein and not animal based; meaning it has all 9 of the essential amino acids.  Other notable reasons to enjoy your Quinoa:

-Twice as much fiber as other grains

-Contains Iron

-Rich in Magnesium

-Great source of B2 for energy production

-High in Manganese which helps prevent damage to cells

So here we have it, a vegan complete protein breakfast bowl for those mornings your body wants a little more. 

1 Serving

Almond Milk & Vanilla Extract Quinoa

1/4 cup of Quinoa {I used tri-color, any type will work}

1/2 cup Almond Milk

1 tsp Vanilla Extract

Toppings

Toasted Coconut Flakes {to taste}

Toasted Walnuts {1/4 cup}

Chia Seeds {2 tbsp}

Maple Syrup {to taste}

Blueberries

Apricots

Vigorously rinse the quinoa in a fine mesh strainer; this is an important step or Quinoa will have a bitter taste. Once rinsed, empty into a deep sauce pan with the almond milk and vanilla extract. Bring to bowl then cover and simmer until all liquid is absorbed.

Plate the quinoa and top with coconut flakes, chia seeds, walnuts, maple syrup and seasonal fruit. I suggest topping to taste but to keep this protein rich I recommend 1/4 cup of walnuts and 2tbsp of Chia seeds.

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