My Plant-Based Family

Feeding My Family a Whole Food, Plant-Based Diet, On a Budget

Breakfast

Breakfast Quinoa: Whole Grain Fruity Goodness

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If you believe that breakfast is the most important meal of the day then you should give this dish a try. 

This crop has become highly appreciated for its nutritional value, as its protein content is very high (18%). Unlike wheat or rice (which are low in lysine), and like oats, quinoa contains a balanced set of essential amino acids for humans, making it a complete protein source. It is a good source of dietary fiber and phosphorus and is high in magnesium and iron. Quinoa is gluten-free and considered easy to digest.

It is also easy to make and very versatile. I use quinoa to make burgers, Nachos, Tacos, faux sausage, etc. My husband likes to take it to the office for breakfast. 

Breakfast Quinoa

Ingredients (all except quinoa are optional)

  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • diced fresh or dried fruit
  • nuts/seeds
  • agave or other sweetener
  • almond or other plant milk
  • cinnamon
Do
  1. Heat cooked quinoa in a small pan with a little plant milk or heat in microwave.
  2. Add fresh or dried fruit and any other toppings you like.
Serve
This is a really easy breakfast or snack. If you’re on the go it can be kept warm in a thermos or eaten cold (we like it warm). My husband likes his with raisins, cinnamon and a touch of agave. I like mine with fresh bananas, dried cranberries and raw pumpkin seeds. Today I used fresh strawberries because they were available. This can be made in advance and enjoyed all week.
My 1 year old devours this. The only problem is he is not very hand with a spoon yet so I have to assist him.  
Do you eat quinoa for breakfast? If so, how do you eat it?

 

Breakfast Stir Fry

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Last weekend I was craving two things, fresh veggies and a breakfast scramble. I used to make breakfast scrambles that included eggs, cheese, milk, and whatever veggies we had on hand. I wasn’t really craving the eggs and dairy part of the scramble but more of the feel and memory of our family enjoying a leisurely breakfast on the weekend. Thankfully we had plenty of fresh veggies, leftovers and some diced potatoes in the freezer. Since there was no “scramble” involved this had to be known as a Breakfast Stir Fry.

Breakfast Stir Fry: A savory, plant-based breakfast that is hearty and delicious.

Breakfast Stir Fry

Ingredients

  • 1/2 chopped onion (I left them pieces big)
  • 1 sliced carrot
  • 1/2 sliced large bell pepper
  • 1 cup diced potatoes, I used frozen but baked potato would work too. If they are not already cooked you’ll need to cook them first.
  • 1/2 cup leftover beans
  • 1 sliced jalapeno
  • Bragg Liquid Aminos (optional)
  • Broccoli

Do

  1. Add onion and carrot to a large, hot skillet (you will want one with a lid), stir regularly.
  2. After the onion and carrot cook for a few minutes add bell peppers, continue to stir regularly. If the food is beginning to stick to the pan add a few tablespoons of water. 
  3. When the carrots are getting crisp tender and the onion translucent add the potatoes, beans and jalapeno. The potatoes will make everything stick!
  4. Once the potatoes and beans are warmed through add the Bragg Liquid Aminos stir one more time then add the spinach and asparagus, do not stir them, put on the lid. You want the spinach and asparagus to sit on top of the other veggies so they get steamed.
  5. Check everything for doneness after 5 minutes.

Breakfast Stir Fry: A savory, plant-based breakfast that is hearty and delicious.

Serve

I served this in warm tortillas, both flour and corn. It was great in both. The corn tortillas added a great flavor to the breakfast. We also add fruit smoothies to help balance this meal. The potatoes really made this stir fry seem like breakfast food instead of dinner. I plan to make this a regular breakfast option at my house (and hopefully get a better picture).

This can be made with whatever you have on hand. The two things that are necessary (in my opinion) are onions and potatoes but feel free to use your favorite veggies.

Breakfast Stir Fry: A savory, plant-based breakfast that is hearty and delicious.