Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 4 apples (divided)
  • 1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
  • 1 ¼ cup almond milk (or milk of choice)
  • ¼ cup applesauce
  • 3 tablespoons coconut palm sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup chopped pecans
  • Optional: Maple syrup (for drizzling)

Instruction

  • Using a box grater or food processor, shred two apples.
  • Bring quinoa and milk to a simmer in a medium saucepan, stirring often. Stir in grated apples, applesauce, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon and salt. Return to a simmer. Cover and cook on low for 25 minutes.
  • Chop remaining 2 apples. Stir in chopped apples and vanilla and re-cover. Cook for 5 to 10 more minutes. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 more minutes.
  • Divide among four serving bowls and top each with a tablespoon of pecans. If desired, drizzle with maple syrup. Serve warm. May be made ahead and reheated prior to serving.