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    Momma Fit Lyndsey » Recipes » Breakfast

    Plant Based Breakfast Recipe

    Published: Nov 10, 2020 by Lyndsey · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Plant based breakfast made with protein-rich quinoa, plant based yogurt, nut butter and berries.  This easy breakfast idea is one of my favorite plant based breakfast recipes to prep for a week of healthy breakfasts!

    Quinoa Parfait Jar - Plant Based Breakfast. Easy whole food breakfast idea that is easy and simple to make. Perfect healthy breakfast that is high in protein and can be made ahead for busy mornings on the go

    Plant Based Breakfast

    The best healthy breakfasts I can think of has one main theme - balance!  In my opinion, a good plant based breakfast is one that has a healthy balance of protein, carbs and fat keeping me full and satisfied!

    Overnight oats are one of my favorite plant based breakfasts!  They are easy to make and easy to prep.

    I love variety of choosing different flavors and toppings.  This recipe for overnight quinoa parfait is a play on overnight oats but swaps out oats for quinoa!

    Never thought quinoa would be good for breakfast?  Neither did I!

    But once I recognized that quinoa is just a blank protein-filled canvas, I realized it could make one tasty breakfast. It also has more protein and fiber than oatmeal.

    Livestrong supports my claim and you can read all about their thoughts on quinoa vs. oatmeal.

    mason jar parfaits
    Try different sized mason jars depending on your desired portion size.

    🌱 Ingredients – What You Need To This Healthy Breakfast Recipe

    Here are the ingredients you will need:

    ingredients for making quinoa parfaits
    • Nut Milk:  You can use any nut milk of your choice; almond milk, coconut milk or oat milk.
    • Fruit:  I chose blueberries but any fruit will be delicious.
    • Nut Butter:  Georgia Grinders nut butters are my favorite nut butter to add to these healthy breakfast parfaits!  Use code LYNDSEY20 to shop Georgia Grinders and get a discount!
    • Dairy Free Yogurt: Forager Cashewmilk yogurt and Silk Almondmilk yogurt are two of my favorite dairy free yogurts.
    • Cooked quinoa:  The easiest way I've found to cook quinoa is in the Instant Pot.  I use the recipe by Platings and Pairings to cook Instant Pot quinoa.
    • Cinnamon:  I like to add a bit of cinnamon to my parfaits but this is optional.

    🔪 Instructions – How To Make Plant Based Quinoa Parfaits

    Here is how you make it:

    steps for making plant based breakfast
    1. Measure out the quinoa. Add ½ cup cooked quinoa to four wide-mouth mason jars.  Here are the jars I used for this recipe.
    2. Choose and pour your nut milk. Pour ¼ cup of nut milk into each jar.
    3. Add in yogurt. Top each jar with ¼ cup plant based yogurt
    4. Time for toppings. Add fruit and nut butter to each jar.  Close lid and refrigerate
    quinoa parfait topped with blueberries and almond butter

    💭 Helpful Tips for Making Plant Based Breakfasts

    Here are a few helpful tips in starting to incorporated more plant based breakfast ideas into your diet:

    How do I get more protein on the plant based diet?

    This recipe has protein from the yogurt, quinoa and nut butter.  If you are looking to add more protein try adding in some plant based protein like Orgain.

    Is it possible to do the plant based diet on a budget?

    Yes, absolutely.  Check out my article for the Plant Based Diet on a Budget.

    I don't have quinoa.  Can I swap something else?

    You can try oats, bulgur or even wheat berries in this recipe.

    How long does quinoa last in the fridge?

    You can prep these yogurt + quinoa parfaits and store them for up to a week in the fridge.

    Other Plant Based Breakfast Ideas You Will Love!

    Here are a few other healthy breakfast ideas that will fit into your plant based lifestyle!

    • Pumpkin Spice Overnight Oats
    • Seed Cycling Cereal Bowl
    • Vanilla Almond Granola
    • Coconut Milk Chia Pudding
    • Oat Flour Pancakes

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    Quinoa Parfait Jar - Plant Based Breakfast. Easy whole food breakfast idea that is easy and simple to make. Perfect healthy breakfast that is high in protein and can be made ahead for busy mornings on the go
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    Plant Based Breakfast Recipe

    Plant based breakfast made with protein-rich quinoa, plant based yogurt, nut butter and berries.  This easy breakfast idea is one of my favorite plant based breakfast recipes to prep for a week of healthy breakfasts!
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 1 minute
    Refrigeration 8 hours
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 478kcal
    Author Lyndsey

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups cooked quinoa
    • 1 cup almond oat or coconut milk
    • 1 cup dairy free yogurt
    • 1 cup blueberries or fruit of your choice
    • 4 tablespoon almond butter

    Instructions

    • Spoon ½ cup of cooked quinoa into 4 wide mouth mason jars.  Pour ¼ cup nut milk over each and stir gently.
    • Layer on ¼ cup dairy free yogurt.  Top with blueberries or fruit of your choice.
    • Top with 1 tablespoon almond butter and secure lid.
    • Refrigerate overnight.  Eat cold or warmed in the microwave in the morning.

    Notes

    Here are a few helpful tips in starting to incorporated more plant based breakfast ideas into your diet:

    How do I get more protein on the plant based diet?

    This recipe has protein from the yogurt, quinoa and nut butter.  If you are looking to add more protein try adding in some plant based protein like Orgain.

    Is it possible to do the plant based diet on a budget?

    Yes, absolutely.  Check out my article for the Plant Based Diet on a Budget.

    I don't have quinoa.  Can I swap something else?

    You can try oats, bulgur or even wheat berries in this recipe.

    How long does quinoa last in the fridge?

    You can prep these yogurt + quinoa parfaits and store them for up to a week in the fridge.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 478kcal | Carbohydrates: 65.5g | Protein: 22.3g | Fat: 15.1g
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    Quinoa + Yogurt Parfait Jar - Plant Based Breakfast. Easy whole food breakfast idea that is easy and simple to make. Perfect healthy breakfast that is high in protein and can be made ahead for busy mornings on the go

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    1. Jennifer J Molloy

      January 03, 2021 at 4:23 pm

      I am excited to try this quinoa and berry parfait
      Im just waiting for the quinoa to cool. You said I could make a week's worth and I will keep. So glad I found your site. Thank you

      Reply
      • Lyndsey

        January 04, 2021 at 12:56 pm

        So glad you found me! This is one of my favorite breakfasts to prep. Thanks for trying it! Would love for you to leave a review!

        Reply
    2. Erica

      October 03, 2020 at 11:57 am

      How long do you think this would last in fridge? Could I make three for the whole week to have MWF and it stay good?

      Reply
      • mommafitpgh@gmail.com

        October 05, 2020 at 10:18 am

        That's what I usually do! As long as your fruit and yogurt are fresh they seem to work for a whole week for me.

        Reply
    3. Ashley

      October 05, 2019 at 7:16 pm

      My husband and I have fallen in love with these. I put them in small jars because that's what I have and he's always looking for one in the fridge. I've made them various ways, with all kinds of non dairy yogurt including lemon! And I always add walnuts for that extra boost. Thanks for the idea!

      Reply
      • mommafitpgh@gmail.com

        October 07, 2019 at 10:24 am

        so glad you like them! they are so versatile - love the combos you're coming up with!

        Reply
    4. Tabitha Blue

      February 09, 2018 at 10:19 pm

      These look delicious!!!! I haven't seen Silk's new Almond milks yet, but I want to try them!!

      Reply
      • mommafitpgh@gmail.com

        February 15, 2018 at 5:14 pm

        You definitely should Tabitha! They're super yummy!

        Reply
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