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  1. Rinse quinoa under cool water to remove coating. In a medium sauce pan over medium heat, add the quinoa, water, cinnamon, and cloves and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and cover, allowing quinoa to simmer for about 10 to 15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed, and the grain is tender. Remove the spices. 
  2. Fluff the quinoa with a fork. Stir in the dried figs, nuts, milk, and honey to taste. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld, and the fruit to soften. 

*Note: You may use red quinoa but the cooking time may be about 5 minutes longer. This recipe makes great leftovers: just gently reheat the next day to enjoy. 

Banner Image: 
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Grain: 
Quinoa [1]
Ingredients: 

1 cup of white quinoa*

2 cups water

2 cinnamon sticks (or ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon)

4 whole cloves (or ¼ teaspoon ground cloves)

1 cup sliced dried figs

1 cup coarsely chopped, toasted walnuts

1 cup almond, soy, or rice milk

Honey (or preferred alternative sweetner)

Active time: 
5 minutes
Yield: 
4 servings
Nutrition: 
Calories: 420, Total Fat: 20g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Sodium: 50mg, Carbohydrate: 55g, Fiber: 9g, Protein: 11g
Author: 

An Oldways recipe and photo. Media: contact us [2] for permission to reprint and for a hi-res image.

Diet: 
African Heritage DietVegetarian & Vegan Diet
Recipe tags: 
Quick & Easy Staff Favorites
Course: 
Main dishes
Meal: 
Breakfast
Dietary choice: 
Vegetarian Vegan Gluten-free
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Description: 

This mildly sweet oatmeal alternative comes together in minutes for a satisfying, nourishing start to your day. 


Source URL: https://wholegrainscouncil.org/recipes/breakfast-quinoa-figs-and-honey

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