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Chunky Monkey Quinoa Breakfast Bowl

Liven up your morning with this Chunky Monkey Quinoa Breakfast Bowl. The combination of creamy peanut butter, sweet bananas, & rich dark chocolate will send your taste buds into overdrive. Oh, yeah, it's super nutritious, too! 
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American, Gluten-Free, Vegan
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 292kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa (uncooked), rinsed and drained well
  • 2 cups water
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¾ cup non-dairy milk
  • 1 large ripe banana , mashed
  • 3-4 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 2-3 tablespoons maple syrup

Instructions

  • In a medium pot, add the quinoa and salt to 2 cups of low-boiling water. Put lid on top. Cook until liquid is gone and quinoa is fluffy. This usually takes about 15-20 minutes to cook. 
  • Uncover and turn heat to low. Stir in non-dairy milk, peanut butter, mashed banana, cocoa powder, and maple syrup. Warm for 1-2 minutes. Taste and adjust flavor if needed. 
  • Add favorite toppings and additional milk if desired. Serve immediately. Enjoy! 

Notes

  • Topping Ideas: peanut butter, banana coins, dark chocolate chunks, coconut flakes, berries, cacao nibs, nuts, seeds, granola, or jam. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 292kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 204mg | Potassium: 518mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 2.8mg