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Cinnamon Apple Quinoa Parfait

Jan 26, 2015 28 Comments

Cinnamon Apple Quinoa Parfait
I didn’t have a parfait glass… so out came the martini glasses!

Remember all that quinoa I cooked over the weekend? I put it to good use. “Very good use” said my 15 month old. Well, he didn’t really say that. But he gobbled down this Cinnamon Apple Quinoa Parfait in record time after his nap. Rest assured quinoa, yogurt, and apple ended up on the floor. But he tried and ate some nonetheless. The best part about this quinoa parfait is that you can mix and match the fruit + yogurt pairing with any fruit and yogurt you have on hand! Dare I say another no recipe meal idea?!

Cinnamon Apple Quinoa Parfait
The toddler portion was NOT served in a martini glass…

 Cinnamon Apple Quinoa Parfaits for ENERGY!

I’m always looking for meal inspiration in the quick and healthy department. Specifically when it comes to breakfasts and snacks. Why? Breakfast and snack time seem to be the most energizing food eating periods of my son’s day. And even though I’m not a eat-breakfast-everyday person, when I do it noticeably energizes me as well! And this recipe does not disappoint in the energy department: there’s plenty of protein in the yogurt + quinoa, carbohydrate in all of the main ingredients, and healthy fats in the quinoa and yogurt. Not to mention all the vitamins and minerals…

Cinnamon Apple Quinoa Parfait ingredients
We always have these 3 ingredients on hand- so naturally they were the inspiration for this parfait!

I also should mention that this recipe tastes just as good if you’re using granola instead of quinoa. But I challenge you to step outside of your tastebuds comfort zone and try something new! Plus, quinoa more often than not will have more protein that granola. How about them apples?

5.0 from 1 reviews
Cinnamon Apple Quinoa Parfait
 
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Prep time
20 mins
Total time
20 mins
 
Author: Katie Serbinski
Recipe type: Breakfast
Serves: 4 parfaits
Ingredients
  • 2 cups of quinoa, cooked
  • 2 tablespoons of honey
  • 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
  • 2 cups of vanilla nonfat yogurt
  • 2 medium sized apple, cubed
Instructions
  1. Mix the quinoa, honey, and cinnamon in a bowl.
  2. Assemble the parfaits by layering a ¼ cup of yogurt, ¼ cup of quinoa, and a ¼ cup of apple in a bowl. Repeat layers.
  3. Sprinkle with cinnamon before serving [optional].
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If you were to make this quinoa parfait at home, what flavor combinations would you choose?

Layers of cinnamon spiced quinoa, yogurt, and apples make this quinoa parfait the perfect healthy breakfast, snack, or sweet treat.

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Comments

  1. Elizabeth @ Enjoy Every Bite says

    January 26, 2015 at 7:03 am

    I’ve never thought of trying a quinoa parfait! Looks so yummy!

    Reply
  2. Katie | Healthy Seasonal Recipes says

    January 26, 2015 at 7:29 am

    I should pass this on to my mom, we were just talking about ways to get fiber into breakfast without sugary cereals. I love this creative use of quinoa!

    Reply
    • Katie says

      January 27, 2015 at 12:33 pm

      Yes! It’s a nice swap for granola which tends to be sugary too!

  3. Melissa Falk says

    January 26, 2015 at 8:45 am

    Perfect timing. I have left over quinoa, too, as well as the other ingredients. So now I know what I will have for lunch today 🙂

    Reply
    • Katie says

      January 27, 2015 at 12:34 pm

      How did your parfait turn out Melissa?!

  4. Alanna says

    January 26, 2015 at 8:54 am

    Quinoa with yogurt never disappoints! If I didn’t love oats so much, I would be eating a lot more quinoa for breakfast 🙂

    Reply
    • Katie says

      January 27, 2015 at 12:34 pm

      It makes a great dessert too 😉

  5. Melissa @ Treats With a Twist says

    January 26, 2015 at 9:48 am

    I love using quinoa at breakfast time! Great idea!

    Reply
    • Katie says

      January 27, 2015 at 12:34 pm

      Thanks Melissa!!

  6. Amanda Evans says

    January 26, 2015 at 12:59 pm

    Mmm, what a great idea! Definitely never thought about quinoa for something like this, but can’t wait to try it! Pinning it too, thanks!

    Reply
    • Katie says

      January 27, 2015 at 12:35 pm

      Let me know how you like it Amanda!

  7. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

    January 26, 2015 at 1:25 pm

    Quinoa is the perfect grain to make large batches of! You can use it at every meal and in every way!

    Reply
    • Katie says

      January 27, 2015 at 12:35 pm

      Exactly!! I think I’m slow to catch on to its versatility!

  8. Shelah says

    January 26, 2015 at 3:59 pm

    What a great gluten free alternative for breakfast!

    Reply
  9. Andrea Warren says

    January 26, 2015 at 4:10 pm

    Looks delicious!

    Reply
    • Katie says

      January 27, 2015 at 12:36 pm

      Tastes even better!

  10. francesca cugini says

    January 26, 2015 at 5:45 pm

    So super simple and creative- love it!

    Reply
  11. Patricia @ Grab a Plate says

    January 26, 2015 at 9:07 pm

    This sounds so great! I’ve been incorporating quinoa in a lot of different things, and I can’t wait to try this!

    Reply
    • Katie says

      January 27, 2015 at 12:37 pm

      Let me know how you like it Patricia!!

  12. Sonali- The Foodie Physician says

    January 27, 2015 at 4:44 pm

    This looks delish! I know my daughter would gobble it up too!

    Reply
    • Katie says

      January 28, 2015 at 11:06 pm

      I had a hard time getting my son to even try quinoa. Mix it with yogurt and he’s sold!

  13. Rebekah @ Surviving Toddlerhood says

    February 3, 2015 at 5:59 pm

    This sounds delicious!! I going to attempt to make some dairy free yogurt this month, then I will be able to try out this recipe. Thanks for sharing this idea!

    Reply
    • Katie says

      February 6, 2015 at 4:31 pm

      I hope you enjoy!!

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