Overnight Quinoa Porridge with Almond Butter and Berries

Ingredients

• Cooked quinoa 0.75 cup
• Almond butter 1 tbsp
• Mixed berries 0.5 cup
• Unsweetened almond milk 0.5 cup

Method

1. Prepare the cooked quinoa. If you don’t have cooked quinoa ready, rinse 1/4 cup dry quinoa under cold water, then cook it according to package instructions (typically simmer in 1/2 cup water for about 15 minutes). Allow it to cool completely before using. For this recipe, use 0.75 cup of cooked quinoa, which weighs about 180 grams.
   Tip: Cooking quinoa in advance and storing it in the fridge makes breakfast prep faster.
2. Combine quinoa and almond milk. In a clean jar or bowl, add the 0.75 cup cooked quinoa. Pour in 0.5 cup unsweetened almond milk. Stir well to combine so the quinoa absorbs the milk overnight.
   Tip: Use a jar with a lid for easy storage and transport.
3. Add almond butter. Add 1 tablespoon of almond butter to the quinoa and almond milk mixture. Stir thoroughly until the almond butter is evenly distributed, creating a creamy texture.
   Tip: If almond butter is thick, warm it slightly to make stirring easier.
4. Top with mixed berries. Add 0.5 cup of mixed berries on top of the mixture. You can use fresh or thawed frozen berries. Do not stir the berries in; leave them on top for freshness and texture.
   Tip: Gently press some berries into the porridge if you prefer a more blended berry flavor.
5. Refrigerate overnight. Cover the jar or bowl with a lid or plastic wrap. Place it in the refrigerator and let it soak overnight (at least 6-8 hours). This allows the quinoa to absorb the almond milk and flavors to meld.
   Tip: Overnight soaking softens the quinoa and enhances digestibility.
6. Serve chilled. In the morning, give the porridge a gentle stir if desired. Enjoy it cold directly from the fridge or let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes if you prefer it less chilled.
   Tip: Add a sprinkle of cinnamon or a drizzle of honey if you want extra flavor.

Pro tips

• Cook quinoa in bulk and freeze in portions to save time on busy mornings.
• Use a spoon to press almond butter into the quinoa mixture to avoid clumps.