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Home » Recipes » Meal Types » Breakfast » Toasted Coconut & Cherry Quinoa Breakfast Cereal

October 5, 2015 · Updated June 19, 2020 · 2 Comments

Toasted Coconut & Cherry Quinoa Breakfast Cereal

Breakfast· Healthy· Recipes· Vegetarian

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This Protein-Packed Coconut Cherry Quinoa Breakfast Cereal recipe is part of a shop that has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #AlmondMilkUpgrade #CollectiveBias

Breakfast is my favorite meal of the day! However, lately I’ve gotten in a bit of a breakfast rut. I’ve been craving a change and looking to add more protein to my mornings — without just eating eggs.

I was recently introduced to Orgain Organic Protein Almond Milk®, which has ten times the protein of other leading almond milks. Yes, you read that right– 10x the protein of other almond milks! We are already big almond milk fans in the Rodriguez house, but with our active lifestyles, the protein boost in Orgain Organic Protein Almond Milk® is a definite bonus! As the name suggests, it is organic — PLUS vegan, dairy free, gluten free, soy free, and non-GMO!

My new favorite breakfast recipe for satisfying, protein-packed Quinoa Breakfast Cereal. It's easy & you can make ahead for the week! #AlmondMilkUpgrade AD
I love to give my husband cooking challenges, so I asked what amazing breakfast recipe he could create with my new find. Without hesitation, he suggested a better-for-you spin on a traditional Mexican favorite: Arroz con Leche (translation: rice with milk). Only for his recipe, it would be quinoa with Orgain Organic Protein Almond Milk® and a few tasty additions.

Quinoa itself is a good source of protein too, so this recipe would be a wholesome, protein-packed way to start the day. Not to mention, this hot breakfast cereal is absolutely delicious and perfect for the cool Fall days ahead!

Here’s what you need to make this Toasted Coconut & Cherry Quinoa Breakfast Cereal:

  • 2 cups quinoa
  • 2 cups Orgain Organic Protein Almond Milk® (we used the vanilla-flavored, lightly sweetened variety — it has less than half of the sugar of the leading brands’ sweetened vanilla almond milk!)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds
  • 1/2 cup toasted coconut
  • 1 cup dried cherries
  • 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for additional sweetness)

My new favorite breakfast recipe for satisfying, protein-packed Quinoa Breakfast Cereal. It's easy & you can make ahead for the week!STEP ONE: In a large saucepan combine 2 cups quinoa (rinse before adding to pot), 3 cups water, 1 cup Orgain Organic Protein Almond Milk®, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1 cup dried cherries. Bring to boil.

STEP TWO: After five minutes has elapsed, reduce heat and cover pot. Allow to simmer for 15 minutes.

My new favorite breakfast recipe for satisfying, protein-packed Quinoa Breakfast Cereal. It's easy & you can make ahead for the week! #AlmondMilkUpgrade ADSTEP THREE: In a large mixing bowl, add cooked quinoa, 1 cup Orgain Organic Protein Almond Milk® (may add more depending on the consistency desired), slivered almonds, and honey. Stir until just mixed. Top with toasted coconut immediately before serving.

Here is the printable version of this sweet & savory Quinoa Breakfast Cereal Recipe:

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Coconut Cherry Quinoa Breakfast Cereal

Change breakfast up tomorrow morning with this Coconut Cherry Quinoa Breakfast Cereal!
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Total Time30 mins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2
Calories: 1040kcal
Author: Stacey aka the Soccer Mom

Ingredients

  • 2 cups quinoa
  • 2 cups Orgain Organic Protein Almond Milk® we used the vanilla-flavored, lightly sweetened variety
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds
  • 1/2 cup toasted coconut
  • 1 cup dried cherries
  • 1 tablespoon honey optional, for additional sweetness

Instructions

  • In a large saucepan combine 2 cups quinoa (wash before adding), 3 cups water, 1 cup Orgain Organic Protein Almond Milk®, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1 cup dried cherries. Bring to boil.
  • After five minutes has elapsed, reduce heat and cover pot. Allow to simmer for 15 minutes.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add cooked quinoa, 1 cup Orgain Organic Protein Almond Milk®, slivered almonds, and honey. Stir until just mixed. Add toasted coconut immediately before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 6g | Calories: 1040kcal | Carbohydrates: 168g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 634mg | Potassium: 1147mg | Fiber: 21g | Sugar: 41g | Vitamin A: 2150IU | Calcium: 506mg | Iron: 9.8mg

You don’t have to go to a specialty food store to purchase Orgain Organic Protein Almond Milk® — it’s conveniently available at your local Walmart. (At my store it was curiously located in the snack food section).

My new favorite breakfast recipe for satisfying, protein-packed Quinoa Breakfast Cereal. It's easy & you can make ahead for the week! #AlmondMilkUpgrade AD My new favorite breakfast recipe for satisfying, protein-packed Quinoa Breakfast Cereal. It's easy & you can make ahead for the week! #AlmondMilkUpgrade AD

Deal alert! For a limited time, you can save $1.50 on the purchase of one carton of Orgain Organic Protein Almond Milk® at Walmart with this coupon! 

Are you an almond milk fan too? Have you tried Orgain Organic Protein Almond Milk® yet? I’d love to hear how you enjoy almond milk and how you would incorporate Orgain Organic Protein Almond Milk® into your healthy lifestyle!

 

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Stacey is the creator of The Soccer Mom Blog, a Houston Texas mom blog that focuses on positive living for women and families. She loves to share real food recipes, money-saving tips, parenting encouragement, kids activities, DIY tutorials, home hacks, fitness, and so much more! To get to know Stacey even better, click here.
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  1. Emily says

    October 5, 2015 at 8:33 pm

    This looks amazing! I would serve this anytime of day – perfect for breakfast, lunch or dessert (maybe with a bit of dark chocolate?!)! #client

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    • Stacey aka the Soccer Mom says

      October 5, 2015 at 10:02 pm

      Oooh…dark chocolate! Awesome idea! I might just have to try that next time 😉

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