Description
A delicious and nutritious berry breakfast grain bowl packed with flavors and spices, perfect for a healthy start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup (43 g) millet, rinsed
- 1/4 cup (27 g) steel cut oats, rinsed
- 1/4 cup (43 g) quinoa, rinsed
- 1/2 tablespoon (7 g) coconut oil
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) orange juice
- 1 cup (240 ml) water
- 1 inch (2.5 cm) fresh ginger, sliced
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1/4 cup (60 g) plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon (20 g) maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon (0.5 g) cinnamon
- 1 cup (150 g) blueberries
- 3/4 cup (115 g) blackberries
- 1/3 cup (35 g) walnuts, chopped
Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse the quinoa, millet, and steel cut oats under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and helps prevent a gummy texture.
- Step 2: In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, melt 1/2 tablespoon of coconut oil until fully liquid.
- Step 3: Add the rinsed millet, steel cut oats, quinoa, orange zest, and 1-inch sliced ginger to the saucepan. Toast the mixture, stirring frequently for 3 minutes until you smell a warm, nutty aroma.
- Step 4: Pour in 1 cup water and 1/2 cup orange juice. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then cover the pan tightly with a lid and reduce the heat to a low simmer.
- Step 5: Simmer the grains for 20 to 25 minutes until the liquid is fully absorbed. Check for doneness by tasting the grains: they should be tender but still slightly chewy. If too hard, add a splash of water and simmer longer.
- Step 6: Remove the pan from heat and spread the cooked grain mixture evenly on a baking sheet to cool. This stops the cooking process and prevents clumping for a fluffy texture.
- Step 7: Remove and discard the sliced ginger from the grain mixture.
- Step 8: Transfer the cooled grains to a medium bowl. Add 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, and the juice of the orange (from zested orange). Mix gently to combine without breaking the grains.
- Step 9: Carefully fold in 1 cup blueberries and 3/4 cup blackberries, taking care not to crush the berries to maintain their shape.
- Step 10: Sprinkle 1/3 cup chopped walnuts over the top to add crunch and nutrition.
- Step 11: Enjoy the bowl immediately or refrigerate for at least 15 minutes or overnight to allow the flavors to deepen. Chilling also helps the oats soak up the creamy yogurt and syrup.
Notes
- Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and heat, for up to 2 days.
- Refrigeration: Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Stir gently before serving.
- Freezing: Freeze in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before eating.
- Rinsing grains thoroughly prevents a gummy texture by removing excess starch.
- Toasting the grains with coconut oil releases nutty aromas and adds depth.
- Use a tightly fitting lid when simmering to keep steam in and cook the grains evenly.
- If grains are undercooked, add a bit more water and simmer on low heat until tender.
- To prevent watery grain bowls, simmer uncovered for up to 5 minutes to evaporate excess moisture.
- Fold berries gently just before serving or chilling to avoid breaking them.
- Store yogurt separately when prepping ahead and combine immediately before serving for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg