Pecan Nut and Raisin Quinoa - Vegan Breakfast Cereal

An Ideal Vegan Breakfast

This breakfast is an ideal, well-rounded start to the day for any vegan concerned about a lack of protein in their diet.

Quinoa - Is filled to the brim with protein that contains all nine essential amino acids!

Cinnamon - This is what I consider to be one of the magical spices from mother nature which comes with numerous health benefits! From anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties through to lowering your cholesterol. The list is endless.

Pecan Nuts - These tasty nuts contain more anti-oxidants than any other nut!

Of course quinoa can be enjoyed with many other different types of nuts, dried fruits, fresh fruits, different types of vegan milk... it's up to you to experiment and discover your favourite combinations! This is my first attempt at quinoa for breakfast, so I can't wait to discover other tasty combinations myself.

Ingredients (for 1 serving)

1/4 cup quinoa
1 cup water
Dash of cinnamon
Dash of vanillin sugar
Small handful pecan nuts - chopped
Small handful raisins
Soy milk

Method

1. In a small pot, bring to the boil quinoa, water, cinnamon and vanillin sugar.
2. Simmer for about 15 minutes, until quinoa has absorbed the water and becomes fluffy.
3. Garnish quinoa with nuts and raisins and serve with milk.