Maple-Pecan Quinoa

This high-protein breakfast recipe with quinoa gives you all the essential amino acids plus an energy boost to start your day.  Quinoa flakes contain 6 grams protein grams per half-cup – up to 50 percent more than other grains – and supply all of the essential amino acids. The complex carbohydrates also give you an energy boost to start your day. Plus, flakes are a snap to make – they cook in 90 seconds. 

Maple-Pecan Quinoa

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Servings

1 people

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Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• Pinch of kosher or sea salt optional
• 1/3 cup quinoa flakes
• 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup divided
• 2 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Ingredients 1 cup water Pinch of kosher or sea salt optional 1/3 cup quinoa flakes 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup divided 2 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

1. In small saucepan, bring water to boil. Add salt, if using, and quinoa flakes. Stir and cook for about 1-1/2 minutes or until cereal starts to thicken
2. Mix in 1/2 tablespoon syrup, most of the pecans, and vanilla extract. Transfer to a small serving bowl. Top with remaining 1/2 tablespoon syrup and remaining pecans. Serve immediately.

Recipe Notes

Nutrition Facts

Maple-Pecan Quinoa

Amount Per Serving

Calories 288

% Daily Value*

Sodium 13mg 1%

Total Carbohydrates 42g 14%

Dietary Fiber 4g 16%

Protein 5g 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

PER SERVING: 288 cal, 37% fat cal, 12g fat, 1g sat fat, 0mg chol, 5g protein, 42g carb, 4g fiber, 13mg sodium