Digest Diet: Creamy Quinoa

By pavaldez

Per 1/2-cup serving:
286 calories; 14g protein; 5.5g fat (0.5g saturated); 4.5g filber; 289mg calcium; 1mg vitamin C; 45g carbohydrate; 154mg sodium

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• Generous pinch of fine sea salt
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1 cup fat-free evaporated milk
• 2 tablespoons flaxseed
• 4 teaspoons honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
• 1 cup fat-free milk
• 8 teaspoons chopped nuts/seeds

Preparation

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa, salt, and water, bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 10 minutes (the quinoa should be tender, but it's okay if it's still a little wet).

Uncover, stir in the evaporated milk, flaxseed and 2 teaspoons of the honey. Return to a simmer and cook, stirring, until the milk is mostly absorbed and the cereal is a thickness you like, r to 6 minutes.

Remove from the heat, and stir in the vanilla or almond extract. Top each serving with 1/4 cup milk, 1/2 teaspoon honey, and 2 teaspoons chopped nuts/seeds.