Quinoa: Mother of Grains

A recipe from Cooking for Fertility: Foods to Nourish Your Fertile Soul.

Quinoa, packs 16% more protein than any other grain, warming you from the inside out. its plant protein contains manganese, magnesium, iron, and all nine essential amino acids. Soaking quinoa overnight helps to release nutrients and improves digestibility. nurture yourself with this nutrient-dense start to the day or enjoy with lunch or dinner as a savory side dish.

Serves 2
Cooking time: 35 minutes

2 cups water
1 cup quinoa, soaked
1/2 cup steamed almond, hemp or goat milk
1/4 cup slivered almonds
1/2 cup raspberries
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1 teaspoon flaxseed

Place water and quinoa in a covered saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes. turn off heat and let sit 5 minutes. Uncover and add almonds, raspberries, steamed milk and cinnamon.