This Apple Pie Quinoa Breakfast Bowl will make your fall weather loving life. It’s spicy and topped with shredded apples, FTW.
I live in Florida, which means fall is fleeting. But the moment I can feel even the slightest change in the air, I get so excited to dive into my favorite fall flavors and autumn-inspired recipes (like all things pumpkin spice).
One of the most versatile and delicious ingredients is the apple. I can’t get enough!
They are so tart and crisp and sweet. I love the many different varieties of apples and how they are so versatile in how they can be prepared. A little cheese and apples for snack, pressed into a quesadilla or shredded on top of oatmeal. We have even roasted them with Brussels sprouts. So yummy!
When I meet with people to talk about their nutrition, I’ve appreciate how much learn from my clients. Not just about what has shaped their eating habits, but also about new ways to prepare food.
I’d never thought to shred apples or pears on top of oatmeal, I usually just toss on blueberries and strawberries. But one of my clients swore this is the best way to eat oatmeal so I’ve been wanting to give it a try. Girl was she right!
It brings a unique twist to traditional oats and blends really well into the oatmeal. Have you ever made quinoa “oatmeal”? It’s so so good and filled with lots of fiber and protein to keep you satisfied all morning!
Apple Pie Quinoa Breakfast Bowl
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
This Apple Pie Quinoa Breakfast Bowl perfect for that crisp fall morning!
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
- 2 medium apples, shredded
- 100% pure maple syrup, optional topping*
Instructions
- Bring quinoa, almond milk, and applesauce to a boil in medium pot.
- Reduce to simmer and continue to cook for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in apple pie spice, vanilla and salt.
- Pour into bowls and top with shredded apples and a drizzle of maple syrup if desired.
- *Note: Optional topping not included in nutrient analysis.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
Because we all need a little more comfort food in our lives…
Hi I’m Kristina LaRue, RD (registered dietitian nutritionist), Peloton addict and mama to two active and hungry boys. On Love & Zest, you’ll find healthy-ish recipes that fuel the whole family. I’m all about veggie-filled breakfast, meal prep recipes, healthier sweets, and easy weeknight dinners made in the Instant Pot or sheet pan.
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Julie @ Running in a Skirt says
What a cozy and gorgeous bowl!!! I love how fresh it is. I’ll have to try this for breakfast this week.
★★★★★
Emily Kyle says
I am a huge fan of quinoa in a sweet application, especially for breakfast! I love that you added shredded apples, I think I would like the consistency this way. I can’t wait to try it!
★★★★★
Taylor Kiser says
Love the idea of shredding the apples for this! This apple pie quinoa breakfast bowl definitely needs to happen in my life! Looks so warm and delicious with everything I love in it!
Sarah says
I love making quinoa breakfast bowls when we have leftovers, or would make a batch just for breakfast bowls in the winter. Apple is a favorite combo and this bowl is total comfort food! Love it and don’t think I can wait until fall to enjoy it again!
Rebecca | NOURISHED. says
I’ve never tried a breakfast quinoa before but this sounds too good not to give it a try. I love that apple and cinnamon flavour anytime of year!
Jessica @Nutritioulicious says
This is one delicious way to start off the day! Sounds perfect for any season!
Maria says
I am a slave to overnight oats so I should really switch it up and give quinoa oatmeal try! This recipe looks like a great place to start 🙂
Jenn says
We love apples in oatmeal! And I love that you used quinoa in this dish. Healthy and delicious and satisfying!
Hannah says
Thank you for this recipe! I made it this morning and really enjoyed it. I didn’t have all the ingredients listed here, so I tried to change up a couple of things, and it worked very well. If you’re interested, I posted a brief review on my blog. Thanks again!
http://arealcharacter.blogspot.com/2015/01/apple-quinoa-breakfast-bowl.html
Kristina LaRue says
Thanks for sharing Hannah! Love the blog review 🙂
Jennifer says
Hey Kristina, I was wondering if this recipe could be altered to having leftover already-cooked quinoa? I have some I want to use up before I go and cook more.
Kristina LaRue says
hmmm.. never thought to do that, but maybe it could work? I might use less liquid if cooking it that way. If you give it a try lemme know how it turns out?
nipponnin says
Everything look so delicious! I must try all of them….especially apple and fig quesadilla. Fig tree in my back yard is ready to eat in about 2 weeks! Meanwhile I love to make the apple pie quinoa breakfast!
Simply Playful Fare says
I made this recipe, and it is so good! I actually added the apples into the quinoa so I wouldn't have to worry about topping each morning. I did not need the maple syrup either. Thanks! 🙂
Sherry Gregory says
Thank you so much for the nutritional information you place on your recipes! This information is so helpful…will be visiting you here and on Pinterest often.
Love & Zest says
Thanks for you're feedback 🙂
Nancy says
Sounds like you don't know about quinoa flakes, a hot cereal.
Love & Zest says
I've always wanted to try them! Hopefully soon I will buy them.. So expensive 🙁
Christina says
Have you tried making a big pot of this and eating it throughout the week? I'm afraid I wouldn't have time to start from scratch every morning. Thanks!
Love & Zest says
Yeah I have! Just add the apples right before serving.
griz99 says
Do your nutrition facts include the maple syrup?
Love & Zest says
Hey! The maple syrup wasn't included in the analysis… so top with care 😉 You might find that you don't need it with the sweetness of the apples.
Mandie Marie says
This looks so delicious! I've never tried quinoa for breakfast, but now I must 🙂 Does it taste like normal oatmeal?
keepaimingforward says
This looks absolutely wonderful! I can't believe how much it looks like actual oatmeal without using oats! I'm definitely trying it this week! Also, I like to add apples to my salads!
Love & Zest says
Thank you! I like the crunch apples add to chicken salad too.
jackie says
Hey girl! I saw this photo on Instagram and my mouth dropped. I am so making this apple pie quinoa this week. I might do my overnight version of quinoa but add the apples and spices in the morning since I'm too lazy to make up a fresh batch in the morning. I can't wait to try it 🙂 xoxo, Jackie
Love & Zest says
Thanks Jackie! I've seriously gotta try your overnight quinoa.. when I saw that post I was amazed!!
@aggieskitchen says
I loooove apples!! This bowl of breakfast goodness looks so good! I'm going to try it on my family. Love the shredded apples!
Love & Zest says
I really hope your family likes it Aggie 🙂