Quinoa Porridge with Vanilla Yogurt

Weight-loss bonus: Deliciously thick and creamy Greek yogurt contains about twice the hunger-quelling protein as traditional yogurt. To cut back on calories, select plain and add vanilla extract or other flavouring.

Best Health magazine, January/February 2013; Image: Maya Visnyei

 

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Instructions
  1. Bring quinoa, water, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg to a boil in a medium- sized saucepan. Simmer, covered, until water has been absorbed, about 12 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand five minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, stir together yogurt and vanilla. Fluff quinoa with a fork, divide between two bowls and top with yogurt, nuts, maple syrup and berries.
Recipe Notes

Per serving: 340 calories, 16 g protein, 9 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 51 g carbohydrates, 7 g fibre, 0 mg cholesterol, 5 mg sodium