6 Ways to Eat Quinoa for Breakfast

Here are six fun and delicious ways to eat quinoa for breakfast! Spice up your morning routine with these flavorful options.

Did you know that September is national breakfast month?

Which is pretty much perfect because breakfast is a favorite around here. It’s the category that you get most excited about, the one that I get the most emails about and is a fabulous way to show the versatility of quinoa.

Quinoa can be used in a variety of recipes, so if you’re looking to mix up your morning meals, quinoa offers plenty of options.

Now I know it might seem like your options are limited in the quinoa breakfast realm, but today I’m going to show you 6 fun ways to enjoy quinoa for breakfast without eating the same thing each day. The best part? These recipes are super easy and quick to make!

1. Smoothies

Sneaking quinoa into my morning smoothies is one of my favorite things. It gives the smoothie that ultra-thick texture I love and makes it feel more substantial.

Recipes to try:

2. Granola

While I love 100% oat-based granolas, I’ve found that adding quinoa to my recipe makes it more interesting. I usually opt for a blend of oats and quinoa flakes, which together I think are the ultimate power couple. Oats give a heartier texture, while quinoa flakes are lighter and help the granola form nice clusters and get crunchy. Granola is a perfect thing to make over the weekend and keep on hand for busy weekday mornings. Just throw some in your bag with yogurt and a banana for a tasty and satisfying breakfast!

Recipes to try:

Vegan Coconut Oil Quinoa Granola
Maple, Cinnamon & Apple Quinoa Granola
Honey Blueberry Quinoa Granola
Peanut Butter-Banana Quinoa Granola
Oatmeal Cookie Quinoa Granola
Pumpkin Quinoa Granola

3. Hot Cereal

Now that we’re getting into autumn, warm cereals are back in my breakfast rotation. You can go in a number of directions when you make a quinoa breakfast bowl, but my favorite is to use quinoa flakes. And the beauty of quinoa flakes is that they cook faster than oats, so if you’re always feeling rushed (ummm hi), you can have breakfast ready in less than two minutes!

Recipes to try:

4. Pancakes

Who doesn’t love a stack of fluffy pancakes? Pancakes are a forgiving and customizable breakfast—you can use different toppings, flour blends, or add-ins, and they’re still delicious. That’s exactly why they’re easy to add quinoa to! Whether it’s whole quinoa, quinoa flakes, or quinoa flour, incorporating it into your morning stack is simple and tasty.

Recipes to try:

5. Wraps/Burritos

Switching gears to the savory side of things, quinoa is a natural addition to breakfast wraps and burritos. If you usually make yours with scrambled eggs (or tofu), try adding some cooked quinoa next time. It adds a nice texture without affecting the flavor and can be seasoned any way you like.

Recipes to try:

6. Breakfast Cookies

Eating cookies for breakfast might just be one of my favorite things ever. It feels like you’re eating a dessert when in reality, it’s basically the same ingredients you’d add to your bowl of oatmeal, just in cookie form. Plus, they’re convenient for busy mornings—you can pop a few in your bag on your way to work for a quick breakfast option.

Recipes to try:

Ready for more?

If you’re looking for new ideas for breakfast or want to mix up your morning routine, I’ve created an entire eCookbook on the topic! My newest book, Quinoa for Breakfast, is now available for purchase. This book offers a variety of creative ways to enjoy quinoa in your morning meals.

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I can't wait for you to check it out!

xo Alyssa