Spiced Quinoa Porridge with Dates & Pistachios/Apple (optional)

🥄 Ingredients

• ¼ cup quinoa, rinsed

• ½ cup unsweetened almond milk (or oat milk)

• ¼ cup water

• 1–2 soft dates, finely chopped

• 1 teaspoon honey or date syrup (a)

• 1 tablespoon crushed pistachios

• ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon

• A pinch of ground cardamom

• A small pinch of salt

• (Optional garnish: a few apple slices or extra nuts)

👩‍🍳 Preparation Steps

• Rinse quinoa thoroughly under cool water to remove its natural bitterness.

• In a small saucepan, combine quinoa, almond milk, water, cinnamon, cardamom, and salt.

• Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

• When the quinoa is soft and the liquid mostly absorbed, stir in the chopped dates and optional honey for natural sweetness.

• Remove from heat and let it rest for 2–3 minutes to thicken.

• Serve warm in a bowl, topped with crushed pistachios and optional fruit slices for extra flavor and texture.

🌿 Nutrition Breakdown (per serving)

• Calories: ~310 kcal

• Protein: 9 g

• Carbs: 45 g

• Fiber: 5 g

• Fat: 9 g

• Natural Sugars: 13 g

💬 Mindful Note:

“This bowl is your reminder that warmth and balance can come from simple, wholesome ingredients. Eat slowly, breathe between bites, and enjoy the grounding flavors of cinnamon and dates.”