Whole Grain Breakfast Power Bowl

Whole grain breakfast power bowl

A Whole-Grain Breakfast Power Bowl to Support Your Immune System

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I am trying out different recipes with my Instant Pot ,and this Whole-Grain Breakfast Power Bowl was inspired by Maryea Flaherty's "I love my Instant Pot Anti-Inflammatory Diet Recipe Book."
Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 8 mins
Total Time 13 mins
Servings 4 cup

Ingredients

  • ½ cup red quinoa, rinsed (I used Quinoa Royal by Go go Quinoa)
  • â…“ cup certified gluten-free rolled oats (Only Oats)
  • â…“ cup wild rice, rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons Chia seeds
  • 4 tablespoons Hemp Hearts
  • ¼ cup raisins or dried cranberries
  • ¼ cup chopped dried apricots
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon, powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ginger, powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2½ cups almond milk
  • 1½ cups water
  • 2 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
  • Fruit of choice
  • Cashews (optional)

Instructions

  • Press the Sauté button and adjust time to 2 minutes; sauté chia and hemp seeds in olive oil.
  • Add quinoa, oats, rice, raisins, dried apricot, cinnamon, ginger, salt, almond milk, and water. Stir and mix all ingredients. Secure the lid and move pressure release valve to Sealing position
  • Press the Pressure Cook button at high pressure and adjust the time to 8 minutes.
  • When the timer beeps, use natural release. Remove bowl from pot. Mix well. Serve with additional almond milk, raisins, maple syrup and cashews if desired.

Notes

Last week, I mentioned in my blog post Supporting Your Immune System When You Are Immunocompromised: COVID-19 Edition that my toddler boy was in close contact with his daycare provider, who tested positive for COVID-19. Luckily, everyone in my family tested negative this week, Yay! I try to keep using supplements to the bare minimum, albeit they are essential in certain circumstances. Here is a simple recipe that can support your immune system with plant-based ingredients: 
I am trying out different recipes with my Instant Pot , and this Whole-Grain Breakfast Power Bowl was inspired by Maryea Flaherty's "I love my Instant Pot Anti-Inflammatory Diet Recipe Book." Please don't feel overwhelmed by the list of ingredients; you probably have many of them in your pantry already!

Extra tips:

    • Use a fine-mesh strainer, and rinse the quinoa until the water runs clear. Quinoa has a slightly bitter taste; rinsing it with water can reduce the flavour.
    • Double up and make a batch of this breakfast bowl. Divide it into mason jars or BPA free plastic containers for the week ahead. You will have a power breakfast every day. Add favourite toppings.
    • Use a plant-based beverage of your choice (coconut, nuts, hemp). Make sure it is fortified with calcium and vitamin D. 
    • You may add a tablespoon of hemp hearts to each serving to boost the protein and fibre.
    • Cooking on the stove:
    • Sauté hemp hearts and chia seeds in olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat for about 2 minutes. Add all the ingredients and mix well. Cook for about 10 - 14 minutes, until the grains are softened and cooked
    • Instant Pot basics: check out their website for resources and recipes.
  • Remember to always speak with your healthcare provider or a Registered Dietitian if you are considering any change in your diet.
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Ingredient Links:

red quinoa, rinsed (I used Quinoa Royal by Go go Quinoa)
certified gluten-free rolled oats (Only Oats)
Hemp Hearts