Fuel your day with this easy-to-make Almond Butter Granola Quinoa Power Bowl, a satisfying mix of whole food, plant-based ingredients packed with a whopping 30 grams of protein--and no chalky protein powder! With hearty quinoa, our exceptionally chunky Almond Butter Granola, and nutrient-dense seeds, this bowl is a perfect balance of flavor, texture, and long-lasting energy.
Makes one breakfast bowl with up to 30 grams of protein
Ingredients
1/4 cup quinoa 6g protein
1 cup unsweetened soy milk (or dairy milk), divided into ¾ and ¼ cup 7g protein
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (or more to taste)
1/4 cup Michele's Almond Butter Granola 3g protein
2 tbsp hemp seeds 6g protein
1 tbsp Michele’s Granola Butter (or sub almond butter) 2.5g protein
2 tbsp pumpkin seeds 5g protein
1 cup of mixed fresh fruit such as banana and berries .5 - 1g protein
Optional: 1/8 - 1/4 cup of yogurt (dairy or non-dairy)
Directions
- Cook the quinoa: In a small pot, cook 1/2 cup quinoa in 3/4 cup unsweetened soy milk until the liquid is absorbed, about 12–15 minutes. Let it cool slightly.
- Transfer the warm quinoa to a bowl and add all your toppings: Michele’s Almond Butter Granola, hemp seeds and pumpkin seeds.
- Drizzle with Granola Butter and top with fresh fruit.
- Add the extra splash of ¼ cup soy milk and/or top with the optional yogurt for a creamier texture.
Enjoy warm or chilled!
Kitchen Tip:
Make a big batch of quinoa on Sunday, and you can easily build this bowl for multiple breakfasts throughout the week.