This is an interesting time of year. We straddle crisp, cold winter days with wisps of spring teasers. With all this weather confusion my tastebuds are sure all over the place. One minute I crave hearty rustic soul warming foods. The next I crave lighter salads and sunnier fare.
I came up with this Strawberries and Cream Quinoa Porridge which is a delicate mix of comfort meets light ‘n healthy breakfast. No matter what season your tastebuds or reality is living in, you will leave the table smiling.
This breakfast recipe takes advantage of a few things you might all ready happen on in your fridge. Fresh or frozen strawberries will work out great.
No strawberries? Not a problem. Use another berry or your favorite fruit.
You guys are creative like that. I have no worries you will make somethin’ work here.
Not only can you be versatile with your fruit choice, but you can go vegan or dairy with the whipped cream.
I have many recipes for homemade whipped cream on MarlaMeridith.com. Both traditional and vegan coconut versions. Take your pick ~ both are equally satisfying.
Be sure to have a few extra dollops of whipped cream at the ready too. You might want to add a little more to your porridge.
Live it up I say.
Quinoa is always a welcomed addition to our sweet and savory meals. This gluten free seed (not grain) is quick cooking and oh so versatile.
It’s mild flavor lends itself to all kinds of recipes.
Do you have a quinoa breakfast recipe? What ingredients do you add to yours?
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Breakfast Quinoa Recipes on MarlaMeridith.com
- Acorn Squash Quinoa Breakfast Porridge
- Fruit & Egg Quinoa Breakfast Parfaits
- Maple Banana Toasted Almond Quinoa
- Quinoa Stuffed Pears
- Quinoa Sweet Potato Breakfast Bake
this looks like the perfect way to start the day and so pretty!
Yes, we’re having another one of those crisp, cold winter days. Spring is a tease this time of year! This looks like the perfect fresh breakfast to help brave the cold – and usher in spring.
So fresh and pretty! My kids would love this!
I’ve done a few different breakfast quinoas and I am totally loving this creative (and colorful) take on the classic oatmeal.
I love the strawberries against the quinoa-hearty and summery at the the same.
Just lovely, Marla! I love your blog AND strawberries and cream. (Found you via Averie, but firs time commenting.) I really need to try your yummy recipe as quinoa is a complete protein and so good for us. My paleo coconut porridge nursed me thru a wicked bout of the flu and a wretched food allergy over the past few weeks. Cheers to a bowlful of warm, comforting and healthy porridge for brekkie! xo
A wonderfully spring-like breakfast dish!
Cheers,
Rosa
We love quinoa In our house! I’ve only ever cooked it savory, however have been seeing a lot more sweet breakfast recipes using what we would normally call a dinner staple. I’ve got to try this! Thanks for posting. 🙂
Wow, thanks! This is a great idea, and perfect for Passover too!
Awesome, Marla! Love this gluten-free version!
I love the abundance of strawberries in this dish!! What a wonderful breakfast. I’d love to serve myself up several bowls 🙂
I’ve been using quinoa a lot in place of oatmeal lately. This looks fabulous and like a healthy breakfast treat. Except for all of the necessary cream.
Marla,
How fresh and pretty your photos are–just like a breath of spring!
Thanks!
Wow this looks so good. I haven’t had quinoa for breakfast in a really long time and now I am feeling inspired! Thanks for sharing!
Beautiful and vibrant photos, and I can imagine it tastes just as great 🙂
Looks delicious, especially with all the fruit! I think I’ll add some blueberries to mine.
I love quinoa in place of oatmeal sometimes. It’s just lighter and perfect for summer! Love the added strawberries and color 🙂
would LOVE to have this for breakfast every single day!
What an awesome way to start the day!! Yum!
I just made strawberries and cream oatmeal! Great minds:) Will have to try it with quinoa!
Beautiful! I would love this cheery breakfast any day!
Looks so beautiful, simple and delicious! My mouth is watering.
I am so bummed about your knee. I hope it isn’t slowing you down too much.
xxoo, andrea
Just yesterday I told you that you were the strawberry queen and today, BAM, strawberries. Beautiful, Marla!
What a filling breakfast and so tasty with the strawberries!
Oh, I just love this breakfast! I am on such a berry kick right now, this is so perfect!!
I have yet to try quinoa for breakfast, but this looks like the perfect way to start!
Gorgeous, I love this as a breakfast idea!
Oh my! What a perfect way to begin the day, it looks beautiful.
Just bought more red and white quinoa from Amazon….this is a nutritious and wholesome breakfast. I must try the whipped coconut cream.
Angie, I love that red + white quinoa. Fun to change up the color/texture from just the white kind.
Oh my this looks delicious. Love this!
Now that is a nice way to start the day! I can’t wait for strawberry season!
I eat quinoa for breakfast almost every morning and am always looking for ways to spice it up! Thanks for the inspiration, Marla!
Perfect recipe to get the day started….
I am loving the quinoa use for porridge … Sound fabulous.
I can see myself setting a bowl of this gorgeous strawberries and cream quinoa porridge in front of my weekend guests. They’ll think I’m really clever. 🙂
Thanks for sharing. This is a healthy way to start the day and hopefully will help me to remain energetic throughout the day.
LOVE making quinoa for breakfast; gets me excited for summer strawberries. Thanks Marla!
Strawberries and quinoa sound so good in a breakfast! I eat quinoa a lot. I have about 10 pounds of quinoa in my pantry – my husband like to buy things in bulk. 🙂
I made it some time ago and it is delicious. Plus super healthy.
No fooling, strawberry and cream oatmeal was my favorite thing as a kid. My mom would buy the boxes of Quaker Oatmeal at Costco and those were the first to go – I love this grown up version Marla, just gorge.
This looks so good! I can’t wait to try it.
I’m not yet in love with the flavor of quinoa but with a recipe like this it could seriously grown on me =)! I can’t wait to try it, thanks Marla!
We are a dairy free house but also can not have coconut. Any ideas for us? I have yet to find something that can work for whipped cream. Any tips would be great!!!
I just made this recipe for my Dad’s birthday and my parents both loved it! Unfortunately I forgot to refrigerate my cans of coconut milk overnight – I popped the cans in the freezer while I was making the quinoa and cutting up the strawberries which helped a little. But regardless it tasted great stirred in to the porridge. This was fun and pretty easy to make too – which is nice because I’m not really a morning person. xoxo
Hi Shannon! Thanks for sharing this with me. I’m so glad you all enjoyed this for breakfast…& sounds like your dad had a wonderful b’day!