Makes 32 servings
Macros: 93 cal, fat 5g, carbs 8g, protein 4g, fibre 3g. (per 1/4 cup dry)
Ingredients:
TOASTED QUINOA
1 cup quinoa, rinsed well and drained
4 cups water
1 tbsp olive, avocado, coconut or grapeseed oil
1/2 tsp salt
KILLER GRAIN & SEED CEREAL
1 cup toasted quinoa
1 cup chia seeds
1 cup buckwheat
1 cup hemp hearts/seeds
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE TOASTED QUINOA
Rinse quinoa in a mesh sieve over cold running water for about 2 minutes. Let drain.
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil and add quinoa. Turn down to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes. Drain.
Turn the oven broiler to high and position a rack in top third of oven.
Put quinoa back in the pot and mix in olive oil and salt. Spread evenly on a baking sheet.
Broil for 8-10 minutes (times may vary depending on your oven). Watch it carefully and stir half way through. You will hear it start to pop and it will start to toast. Keep a very close eye in the last half of broiling. There should be no moisture left so if necessary lower the oven rack and toast a little longer until it is dry and crispy. For extra insurance, turn off the oven and let the quinoa cool down in the oven.
When done let cool completely on the tray. It must be cooled completely before mixing with the other ingredients.
Store any extra toasted quinoa in an airtight container in the fridge and use to top breakfast cereals, yogurt, salads, grilled vegetables etc.
KILLER GRAIN & SEED CEREAL
Mix together all 4 ingredients and keep in an airtight container in the fridge.
To make cereal, add 1/4 cup of boiling water to 2 tbsp cereal mix (more or less for thinner or thicker texture). Let stand, covered with a plate, for 3-5 mins or until desired softness is reached. Serve topped with any combination of the suggested toppings above or create your own!
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 month.
NOTES
Cereal can be stored in the fridge for 1 month.
Extra toasted quinoa is delicious on top of yogurt, other cereals, salads, grilled vegetables, popcorn etc. You will soon be addicted!
