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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast » Breakfast Oats and Porridge

    Banana Almond Overnight Quinoa

    Published: Jun 2, 2016 · Updated: Oct 14, 2020 by Neil 10 Comments

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    Two bowls of delicious banana almond overnight quinoa one in front of the other.
    Banana almond overnight quinoa is a really quick, easy and delicious bowl of nutrition to get you started first thing in the morning. It’s great waking up and knowing your day starts with this. #neilshealthymeals #recipe #breakfast #quinoa #overnightquinoa #banana #almond

    Banana almond overnight quinoa is a really quick, easy and delicious bowl of nutrition to get you started first thing in the morning. It’s great waking up and knowing your day starts with this. Especially because it’s pre-made!

    Two bowls of banana almond overnight quinoa. Front bowl with a spoon in it. Milk jug to the side. Other bowl to the back.

    If you think it’s a bit weird having quinoa for breakfast then this banana almond overnight quinoa will make you think again.

    This overnight quinoa breakfast recipe is a great way to use up any left over quinoa and it's a great alternative breakfast to porridge.

    Not only is this quinoa breakfast delicious but it's packed with protein too.

    I found myself making several batches of this over the course of a couple of weeks just because it just filled me up so well after my morning gym routine.

    Two bowls of banana almond overnight quinoa one in front of another garnished with sliced banana.

    By the time I get into work, I’ve been up since 4am, done some work towards my blog, done my exercise routine, and as you can imagine I am pretty hungry!

    In winter, when it’s colder, I’ll make myself a steaming bowl of hot porridge in the microwave at work, topped with various toppings like nuts and chai seeds.

    But now it’s summer (or at least slightly warmer here in Scotland) it allows me to vary my breakfast staple a little and actually consider a cold breakfast!

    This banana almond overnight quinoa absolutely hits that spot!

    Birds eye view of a bowl of banana almond overnight quinoa garnished with sliced bananas. Mik jug and a dish of flaked almonds at the top.

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    Other Popular Overnight Breakfast Recipes For You To Try

    • Quinoa bircher muesli with apple and banana is a delicious and healthy breakfast that’s made the night before making your morning stress free and easy.
    • Strawberry vanilla overnight oats are an easy to make quick and healthy breakfast. It takes just 5 minutes to prepare for a delicious pre-made breakfast all ready for you in the morning!
    • Overnight breakfast rice pudding. The sweet tasting combination of the cinnamon and vanilla infused milk, absorbed by the rice is just delicious. A perfect way to use up any leftover rice!

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    Banana Almond Overnight Quinoa Recipe

    Check out some of my other overnight oats and porridge breakfasts in the recipe section for other delicious, nutritious ideas to start your day.

    I’d love to hear what you think of my recipe in the comments below and please do rate my recipe 5* if you like it! 🙂

    Banana almond overnight quinoa is a really quick, easy and delicious bowl of nutrition to get you started first thing in the morning. It’s great waking up and knowing your day starts with this.
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    Banana Almond Overnight Quinoa Recipe

    Banana almond overnight quinoa is a really quick, easy and delicious bowl of nutrition to get you started first thing in the morning.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Total Time5 mins
    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: International
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 350kcal
    Author: Neil

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    Equipment

    • Saucepans
    • Measuring jug
    • Measuring spoons
    • Chopping board
    • Kitchen knives

    Ingredients

    • 30 g cooked quinoa*
    • 150 ml Greek yogurt 0% fat
    • 2 tablespoon skimmed milk
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla essence
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
    • 1 sliced banana
    • 2 tablespoon flaked almonds
    • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
    Metric - US Customary

    Instructions

    • Place all of the ingredients into a bowl and mix well to combine everything. Ensure the sliced bananas are submerged in the mixture, this keeps them fresher.
    • Cover and place in the fridge overnight.
    • Remove from the fridge in the morning and enjoy!

    Notes

    *You can cook 30g of rinsed quinoa in 150ml of water which only takes about 20 minutes

    Nutrition

    Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 31.4g | Protein: 18.3g | Fat: 17.9g | Saturated Fat: 1.1g | Cholesterol: 26.9mg | Sodium: 101.9mg | Fiber: 3.2g | Sugar: 20.7g | Vitamin A: 1400IU | Calcium: 230mg | Iron: 1.1mg

    Nutrition Facts
    Banana Almond Overnight Quinoa
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 350 Calories from Fat 161
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 17.9g28%
    Saturated Fat 1.1g7%
    Cholesterol 26.9mg9%
    Sodium 101.9mg4%
    Carbohydrates 31.4g10%
    Fiber 3.2g13%
    Sugar 20.7g23%
    Protein 18.3g37%
    Vitamin A 1400IU28%
    Calcium 230mg23%
    Iron 1.1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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    Comments

    1. Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy

      June 02, 2016 at 11:40 am

      You get up at 4am? Hats off to you! I have huge praise for people that work full-time and manage to keep a blog going.

      Reply
      • neil@neilshealthymeals.com

        June 02, 2016 at 8:46 pm

        Thanks Dannii. Yeah, alarm every week day at 4am. I don't set the alarm at the weekend, but still wake up and get up then anyway, lol 😉

        If I didn't get up that early there would be NO blog! But you know, I kind of love that time of the morning with all the peace and quiet. Just me and the cat. 😆

        Reply
    2. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      June 02, 2016 at 12:50 pm

      Perfect! You know I'm all about the quinoa power for breakfast!! And woohoo for another 4am-er! The BEST hour to wake!

      Reply
      • neil@neilshealthymeals.com

        June 02, 2016 at 8:49 pm

        It sure is the best time, agreed Rebecca. As I was just saying to Dannii there, I do LOVE that time of the morning.

        By the evening I'm shattered. In fact I'm usually propping myself up with coffee from 2pm at work. Lol 🙂

        Reply
    3. Susie @ SuzLyfe

      June 02, 2016 at 4:23 pm

      Have an amazing time! I am not a 4 amer, I'm a wake up at 4 am and try desperately to get one more hour in. So there are times when I am up at 4, but it isn't intentional.

      Reply
      • neil@neilshealthymeals.com

        June 02, 2016 at 8:51 pm

        Thanks Susie. I'm really looking forward to this hillwalking weekend. Work has been taking its toll on me this week. I feel I'm behind in everything.

        I think you're secretly a 4amer. 😉

        Reply
    4. Amanda @ .running with spoons.

      June 02, 2016 at 4:41 pm

      Is it crazy that I kind of miss my 4am mornings? I made it a point to start staying up a bit later so that I sleep in, but I already feel like so much of my day is gone when I'm up at 6! And I feel like I should start cooking my oats the night before so that I can eat them cold in the morning. I always cook them the day-of, but then I have to wait forever for them to cool down before I can eat them because I'm not big on hot food 😆

      Reply
      • neil@neilshealthymeals.com

        June 02, 2016 at 8:55 pm

        No, it's not crazy at all that you miss your 4am mornings.

        Even in winter at 4am, when I get up and put the heating on, there a kind of sereneness then don't you think Amanda? 4am is THE time.

        I wouldn't have the patience to wait for my oats to cool down. I'm afraid mine are wolfed down, usually burning my mouth in the process. 😆

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    5. Shashi @ RunninSrilankan

      June 08, 2016 at 6:13 pm

      Neil, I so love the idea of overnight quinoa! Lately I've been preferring quinoa to oats (easier on the stomach) and I'm wondering why I never tried this! Thanks so much for sharing this inspiring recipe! Hope you and Mike had a wonderful weekend walking the hills around Braemar - looking forward to seeing those pictures soon!
      P.S. I cannot get over how creamy this looks! YUM!

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      • neil@neilshealthymeals.com

        June 08, 2016 at 8:39 pm

        Thanks Shashi! 🙂

        Yeah, I'm really loving this recipe at the moment as it's actually really hot here in Glasgow (long may it continue) and so it's much nicer and cooler having this for breakfast.

        And talking of hot, yes it was hot in Braemar and the pictures should be ready for Monday. Hope you are well!

        Reply

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