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    Roasted Blueberry Quinoa Breakfast Bowls

    July 26, 2017 *Updated* June 21, 2022 / By: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy 114 Comments

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    Get your morning started with these tasty Roasted Blueberry Quinoa Breakfast Bowls. Sweet juicy berries with protein-packed quinoa to keep you full and satisfied till lunch.

    Breakfast casseroles are easy to prepare. Make them on the weekend for easy mornings. Reheat and eat. Have you tried Chocolate Strawberry Baked Oats? Sure to be a hit in your house. After all, who doesn’t want to eat chocolate for breakfast?

    Cooked fruit is so delicious. My homemade spiced apple compote is the perfect topping for pancakes, waffles, and more. I even eat it by the spoonful.

    Close up of blueberry breakfast bowl.

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    Are you a breakfast person? Considering this is the most important meal of the day, I will be the first to admit this is the meal I most often skip. Go without coffee? NEVER.

    Why do I skip breakfast? Probably because I am not a morning person. I need at least 2 cups of coffee before my brain decides to kick in. When I eat, I like to be “awake” to enjoy the experience. That is why I need this sort of breakfast to get my taste buds in high gear.

    Brunch, on the other hand is in a league all its own. We love making and eating big brunches on the weekend. With grilling season here, hubby is out there cooking up bacon and eggs on the barbie (when it’s not raining of course) all summer long.

    Blueberries in a pan ready to go into the oven.

    As for the mornings, it seems the cats are always eager for breakfast. In fact, they like to let me know that long before my alarm goes off. Even on the weekends, their tummies seem to have “early morning” on repeat.

    WHAT IS YOUR GO TO BREAKFAST?

    What is your favourite thing to eat in the morning? Are you a toast and coffee person? Perhaps a fresh muffin is more your thing? How about oatmeal, or smoothies?

    Roasted blueberries out of the oven.

    If I had to pick one of the above, I would choose oatmeal. Whether baked in a breakfast casserole or used in overnight oatmeal recipes like Chocolate Almond Oatmeal, you will always find a nice supply of oats in my cupboard.

    DO YOU HAVE A FAVOURITE BERRY?

    This question might be a little more difficult to answer. All berries are totally delicious, and we enjoy eating a variety of them in our house. For me blueberries will always top the list. From muffins to pie, and all the other ways I can fit them in, I never tire of eating these beautiful purple/blue berries. The fact that they are so healthy too really puts them on my “top foods” list.

    Quinoa in a bowl with roasted blueberries on the side.

    Lately, I was reading so many wonderful posts on “roasting” fruit. For whatever reason, I never thought of doing this. Maybe that needs 4 cups of coffee? How did I not think of this, since it makes perfect sense? After all, I grill fruit, why not roast it?

    ADDING SOME VARIETY TO THE MORNING ROUTINE

    I had lots of fresh berries in the fridge, it was time to give this roasted blueberries thing a try. Doesn’t get much easier than washing the berries, add some sugar (I used cinnamon flavoured sugar), and roast for a few minutes. Genius, who ever thought this up really knew what they were doing.

    Since I was already experimenting with this roasted blueberry recipe, I thought I would switch out oatmeal for quinoa. That great nutty taste is fantastic, and I love the texture too. To keep you powered up till lunch, the health benefits of quinoa have you covered for sure.

    Quinoa is a great alternative to meat as it is protein-packed. It is perfect in Quinoa Tuna Casserole, a modern twist on the classic recipe.

    Blueberry breakfast bowl in the forefront, a cup of tea in the background.

    Cook quinoa according to package directions. I used ½ milk and ½ water and added some chai seasoning too, remember I need to get my taste buds fired up in the morning.

    Speaking of quinoa, these Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers are perfect for dinner.

    Closeup of roasted blueberry and quinoa in a bowl.

    Well, hubby loved this so much (and so did I). These juicy berries that pop in your mouth, paired with the nutty chai flavoured quinoa, was a nice change of pace for a weekday breakfast.

    Roasted Blueberry Quinoa Breakfast Bowls will be happening lots, and lots, and LOTS!! A nutritious and healthy start to your day!

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    Roasted Blueberry Quinoa Breakfast Bowls are a healthy, nutritious and totally delicious way to get your morning stared. | homemadeandyummy.com

    Roasted Blueberry Quinoa Breakfast Bowls

    Roasted Blueberry Quinoa Breakfast Bowls are a healthy, nutritious and totally delicious way to get your morning stare
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    Course: Breakfast, Breakfast/Brunch
    Cuisine: Canadian
    Keyword: Cooking with Quinoa
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 287kcal
    Author: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

    Ingredients

    For the Roasted Blueberries

    • 2 pounds fresh blueberries
    • 1 tablespoons sugar (I used cinnamon flavoured sugar)

    For the Quinoa

    • 1 ½ cups uncooked Quinoa
    • 1 ½ cups water
    • 1 ½ cups milk ( I used full fat milk)
    • 1 ½ teaspoons chai seasoning (optional)

    Instructions

    For the Roasted Blueberries

    • Wash and clean blueberries (removing any stems) and let dry slightly on a kitchen towel.
    • Heat the oven to 400º F.
    • Place clean berries in a heat proof baking dish.
    • Add the sugar, and give them a stir.
    • Bake in oven for about 12 minutes, stirring several times.
    • Berries are done when the berries are just about ready to burst open.

    For the Quinoa

    • Cook according to package directions.
    • I used ½ milk and ½ water, and added some chai seasoning (optional).
    • Place quinoa in serving bowls, and top with berries.
    • ENJOY!!

    Nutrition Information

    Calories: 287kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 33mg | Potassium: 436mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 180IU | Vitamin C: 14.7mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2.4mg

    Notes

    We found the berries to be sweet enough, but if you need more sweetness in your breakfast bowl, add some maple syrup or honey.
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    Comments

    1. Tracy

      January 19, 2019 at 12:16 pm

      Ha – your cats need to get the memo!! I’m actually a morning person – even before coffee! I think I’ve just been conditioned since I get up at 4:30 Monday – Thursday for work to be able to get myself ready and then two little ones up and ready to be out the door by 6 am. And we always send our oldest with breakfast to eat at daycare. Her #1 choice – oatmeal with whatever fruit we have. So this she would absolutely LOVE! She actually loves quinoa, too. And roasting the blueberries – sooo smart! Pinning to share with my husband!!

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        January 19, 2019 at 1:28 pm

        Well when I was working…I know the 4:30 routine….and hated it. Hope you give this healthy and delicious recipe a try. I know your family will love it.

    2. Karyl Henry

      October 06, 2018 at 8:56 am

      I’m always looking for new ways to eat quinoa, but NEVER thought of it as a breakfast food! What a great idea. And I love blueberries too. This is a definite superfood punch

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        October 06, 2018 at 9:57 am

        Love the nutty flavour in the morning. Hope you give this recipe a try. Perfect for warming up in the busy weekday mornings.

    3. Olga Parker

      July 11, 2018 at 8:27 am

      It’s just wonderful! You did a great job! My children adore berries and I’m sure that they will just be delighted!

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        July 11, 2018 at 1:28 pm

        I think kids would love this recipe too….even with the balsamic.

    4. Veena Azmanov

      December 31, 2017 at 12:02 pm

      I love blueberries for breakfast. Such a perfect start to a long day.. I still have to get my kids to like quinoa.. perhaps I must try something like this.. with all the fruit they are bound to enjoy it enh?

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        December 31, 2017 at 12:30 pm

        Quinoa does have a unique taste so I can see they may not like it.

    5. Nicole Shillings

      December 30, 2017 at 3:35 pm

      You had me at Roasted Blueberries! OMG!! This looks like a decadent healthy breakfast.

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        December 31, 2017 at 12:31 pm

        Yes, and more of the type of food I need to eat come January.

    6. Michelle

      December 30, 2017 at 1:00 pm

      I love blueberries! In fact I have a freezer full since we went blueberry picking this summer. I’ll have to try this. I’ve never thought of roasting them before.

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        December 31, 2017 at 12:31 pm

        This was my first time too….so good.

    7. Jordan

      December 30, 2017 at 12:55 pm

      True story – I have never tried quinoa for breakfast. Now I have a reason to!

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        December 31, 2017 at 12:32 pm

        It is a nice change from oatmeal.

    8. Joyce

      December 30, 2017 at 11:41 am

      Looks perfect for a cold day! Yum

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        December 31, 2017 at 12:33 pm

        I think it is great for ANY day!!

    9. Steve

      December 30, 2017 at 10:26 am

      I don’t know why but I’ve never thought of roasting blueberries. This dish looks like a winner though, thanks for sharing

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        December 31, 2017 at 12:34 pm

        This was my first time roasting fruit…it is so delicious.

    10. Rezel Kealoha

      December 29, 2017 at 10:32 pm

      Those roasted blueberries look so lush. I love how much more vibrant the color gets when you cook blueberries.

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        December 30, 2017 at 10:02 am

        The colour and flavour really pop when you roast them.

    11. Misha

      December 29, 2017 at 8:10 pm

      I’ve never made sweet recipes out of quinoa but I’m wondering if I’ll become a morning person after this recipe haha

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        December 30, 2017 at 10:02 am

        Well it just might turn you into a breakfast person.

    12. April

      December 29, 2017 at 6:48 pm

      I’m a big fan of blueberries. I actually bought a bunch today. I’ve never roasted blueberries before but I’m going to try it out maybe this weekend.

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        December 30, 2017 at 10:03 am

        This was my first time roasting any type of fruit.

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