I used to think quinoa was just for salads or dinner sides.
But after I started looking for ways to add more protein and fiber into my mornings — without just eating eggs every day — I gave warm quinoa bowls a try.

And let me tell you... this one changed the game.

This warm quinoa breakfast bowl is cozy, creamy, and naturally sweet from the banana. The almond butter adds that nutty richness I crave, and it’s one of those meals that keeps me full for hours — no mid-morning snacking, no blood sugar crash, and no regret from grabbing something processed on the go.

If you want something nourishing and grounding to start your day, this is a recipe you’ll come back to again and again.

Ingredients

• ½ cup cooked quinoa

• ½ banana, sliced

• 1 tablespoon almond butter

• ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)

• ½ teaspoon cinnamon

• ½ teaspoon maple syrup or honey (optional)

• Optional toppings: chia seeds, chopped nuts, hemp seeds, or extra banana slices

Instructions

1. Warm the quinoa:
   In a small saucepan, combine cooked quinoa and almond milk over medium-low heat. Stir until warm and slightly creamy, 2–3 minutes.

2. Add flavor:
   Stir in cinnamon and maple syrup or honey if using.

3. Assemble the bowl:
   Pour into a serving bowl. Top with banana slices and drizzle almond butter over the top.

4. Finish with extras:
   Sprinkle on any optional toppings for texture, and enjoy warm.

Sarah’s Tips

• Make-ahead: You can batch-cook quinoa at the start of the week and just reheat portions in the morning.

• Swap it up: Try peanut butter or cashew butter if you prefer, or top with berries instead of banana.

• Creamier texture: Stir in a spoonful of Greek yogurt at the end for extra creaminess and protein.

Why I Love This Recipe

This bowl is everything I need in the morning — warm, grounding, a little sweet, and super satisfying.
It’s also one of those “quiet wins” that helps me take care of myself in the middle of real-life chaos.
Because starting the day with something wholesome like this just makes everything else feel more manageable.

Nutrition (Per Serving)

• Calories: 310

• Protein: 10g

• Carbohydrates: 35g

• Fiber: 6g

• Sugar: 9g

• Fat: 14g