These Peachy Quinoa Breakfast Bowls are so easy to whip up, sweet and summery and totally satisfying!
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Say hello to one of my favorite summer breakfasts folks.
I’m sure you guys are all familiar with quinoa. But for breakfast?
I know. Sounds a bit off the beaten path for breakfast, am I right?
I’ve always been a fan of quinoa. In salads, soups, tacos, and especially my Beef and Quinoa Enchilada Skillet, but I enjoy it for breakfast too.
It’s hearty and satisfying and keeps me from unnecessary snacking which is important to me.
And to make these breakfast bowls extra delicious, I called in my good friends from Diamond of CA Nuts.
Their Heirloom Nut and Fruit Blend was the perfect topping for these delicious little breakfast bowls.
They’ve got three fantastic blends; pecan, walnut and marcona almond. I chose the pecan which is a blend of pecans, dried honeycrisp apples and dried peaches.
Diamond’s blends are also the perfect little addition to top off your morning yogurt or even straight out of the bag for your afternoon snack.
These tasty creations are a much healthier option to traditional trail mixes. They’re vegan-friendly, flavor-packed and use only premium dried fruits and specialty nuts.
To whip these beauties up, I cook the quinoa in a mixture of milk, peach nectar and cinnamon which gives it a warm, creamy, peachy flavor. Then I add some brown sugar for sweetness, fresh chopped peaches, because, hello, summer peaches are to die for, then top it all off with some of Diamond’s nut and fruit blend and a drizzle of honey and….breakfast is served. Enjoy!
A Few Cook’s Notes for Peachy Quinoa Breakfast Bowls Recipe:
I enjoy these bowls with warm quinoa, but they can also be enjoyed cold.
You can find canned peach nectar at your local food market in the international section.
Peachy Quinoa Breakfast Bowls
Print Recipe Pin RecipeIngredients
- 1 9.6-oz. can Peach nectar
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups fresh peaches, chopped
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
- 1 bag Diamond of CA Heirloon Nut and Fruit Pecan Blend
- Sweetened Coconut, toasted, for sprinkling, if desired
- Honey, for drizzling, if desired
Instructions
- Add peach nectar, milk, cinnamon and rinsed quinoa to a large saucepan, bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium low and simmer until water is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Stir in 1 cup of the peaches and the brown sugar. Place desired servings in bowls. Top with remaining peaches, a sprinkling of nut and fruit blend, toasted coconut and a drizzle of honey.
Such a delicious and hearty way to kick off any morning. I bet the quinoa keeps you full for hours! Pinned! Have a wonderful weekend, my friend :)
These bowls are really hearty Dawn! That’s one of the reasons I love quinoa. And Diamond’s Nut & Fruit Blend is the perfect topping!
This is such a beautiful recipe and lovely way to start the day.
Thanks so much Alida! These are such tasty little bowls! Diamond’s Nut & Fruit Blend is delish!
I LOVE quinoa for breakfast! I usually add Greek yogurt and strawberries but this sounds even better. Anything with peaches is my favorite in the summer! Have a great weekend, Mary Ann!
This is one tasty, hearty breakfast Kelsie. I think most people don’t think quinoa for breakfast, but I’m hoping to change that! Happy weekend!
I’m so wishing this was my breakfast right now. Delicious and healthy, a wonderful combination!
Thanks Chris! I bet you’d really enjoy it!
The perfect way to start any day! Love the peach in there too!
I agree Leigh Ann! Satisfies my appetite, so I do less snacking!
This is a tasty alternative to oatmeal. I like quinoa in salad but have never tried it for breakfast.
It really is such a great option Gerlinde! I love the sweet/creamy flavor the peach nectar and milk give the quinoa.
Mary Ann, your timing is perfect! I just bought a huge bag of quinoa at Costco and was wondering how I would use it all – I never considered having it for breakfast. But you’ve changed that in one gorgeous recipe! So excited to try this!!
I hope you enjoy it as much as I do Marissa! I bet you’ll really enjoy Diamond’s Nut and Fruit Blends too! Happy weekend ahead!
What a delicious blend of nuts and dried fruit to top these sweet quinoa bowls with and the peaches make it extra juicy! Love this combination of flavor and texture Mare!
Thanks Traci! You know I love my pecans, so it was an easy choice what blend I’d use for these little bowls!
Delicious! LOVE these Quinoa Breakfast Bowls!!!!
Thanks so much Alice! They’re a tasty little summer breakfast treat!
Perfect to pack in glass jar for “to go ” MaryAnn ! Thank you !
Agreed!
I would gobble this up! A flavorful and cozy way to greet the day! Is there any better way? Pinned!
I agree Annie! Thanks for pinning and happy almost the weekend!
this is the perfect summery wholesome breakfast! Love the addition of walnuts, duh. ;)
Thanks Lindsay!
I am loving absolutely EVERYTHING about this breakfast bowl, Mare!! I adore peaches and quinoa, but I’ve never had them together. And, I’ve never had quinoa for breakfast. Clearly I am missing out. BIG TIME! This is such a hearty, yet healthy way to start the day! I can’t wait to try it! Pinned! Cheers!
I’m so excited to try quinoa for breakfast Chey! You’re going to love these!
I think this is going to be my new favorite breakfast too! This looks perfect for the summertime and a great healthy way to start the day!
Yay! So glad you’re in Kathy!
I can’t believe I haven’t tried quinoa for breakfast yet! These peachy bowls are perfect for summer mornings on my back deck. And that pecan blend with the dried honey crisp apples sounds fantastic!
t’s so hearty and satisfying Leanne! Bet you’ll really enjoy it!
What a perfectly summery yet cozy breakfast, Mary Ann! Love the photos.
Thanks so much Natasha! Happy weekend!
What a perfect way to greet the morning! I love peaches with yogurt and this fruit and nuts just makes it perfect :)
Thanks Jennifer! Hope you give it a go!
Got a feeling this is going to be one of my new favorite ways to start the morning! Super breakfast!
Woohoo! Hope you enjoy it Kev!
This is such a nice change for breakfast, Mary Ann! I love quinoa, why not try it in the morning!? Perfect for summer!
I agree Katherine! I bet the boys might even enjoy this one!
Now this is one delicious way to start the day :)
Thanks Alex. If you haven’t enjoyed quinoa for breakfast, you need to give it a try!
I love quinoa for breakfast, Mary Ann. I usually make a savory versions – but this combo of nuts and peaches looks delicious. A great, filling, healthy breakfast with quinoa – what a great way to start the morning! Pinning to share!
Thanks so much for pinning Geraldine. It really is so hearty. Helps me cut down on my snacking in between!
I absolutely love quinoa done like this!! And peaches are my fav!! I can’t wait for them to be in season here!!
This is such a tasty breakfast Joanne! Peaches are one of my favorite things about summer!
What a delicious way to start the day! Loving everything about these breakfast bowls!
Thanks Lindsay!