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21 Day Fix Instant Pot Breakfast Quinoa

21 Day Fix Instant Pot Breakfast Quinoa
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We just got back from a quick trip to California, and I ate way more than was necessary (story of my life!). So today it’s back to the 21 Day Fix. And all that comes with it (counting containers, being honest about my daily food, and staying accountable in our 21DF FB group!). As badly as I wanted to continue my junk food spree, I’ve instead opted for an afternoon of cooking so I can get back to healthy foods. No excuses!

Coconut Lime Breakfast Quinoa for the 21 Day FIx

This 21 Day Fix Instant Pot Breakfast Quinoa mixes the sweetness of coconut with tangy lime. It’s a refreshingly different flavor profile for your morning quinoa (if you haven’t tried morning quinoa, what are you waiting for?). But while I call this breakfast quinoa, I just ate mine for lunch, so…it’s really perfect for any meal.

21 Day Fix Instant Pot Breakfast Quinoa

21 Day Fix Instant Pot Breakfast Quinoa

This recipe is courtesy of Chellie from Art From My Table – go see what she’s cooking up this week!

Serves: 5

Seving size: 1/2 cup quinoa, plus toppings

  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 cups lite coconut milk
  • juice and zest from 1 lime
  • blueberries
  • blackberries
  • coconut chips (or unsweetened shredded coconut)
  • optional: 1 tsp coconut extract

21 Day Fix Instant Pot Breakfast Quinoa

READ THIS BEFORE YOU MAKE IT: This recipe was made using a 6qt Instant Pot. If your pot is larger, you’ll need to adjust accordingly. 

Also, altitude can affect your cook time – here’s a really helpful post about how to adjust your pot for altitude.

Here’s how to make this breakfast quinoa.

21 Day Fix Instant Pot Breakfast Quinoa

Mix quinoa, water and coconut milk, lime zest and lime juice in the pan of the instant pot.  If you want to up the coconut intensity, add the coconut extract.

Cover with lid and turn valve to sealed position.

Cook on high pressure for 1 minute. Natural release for at least 10 minutes.

Serve quinoa in bowls topped with blueberries, blackberries and coconut chips. Add a splash of coconut milk if desired.

This will keep in the fridge for several days and freezes well, too. If it starts to dry out, just mix in some water or coconut milk before heating and up to serve. 

21 Day Fix Instant Pot Breakfast Quinoa

Instant Pot Breakfast Quinoa with Coconut and Lime

Created By Carrie
This Instant Pot Breakfast Quinoa has a fun lime twist. It's amazing when topped with berries and some coconut chips, and this works for both the 21 Day Fix, the Portion Fix program, and Weight Watchers!
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
IP come to pressure 10 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 5
Calories 152 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 c quinoa rinsed
  • 1 c water
  • 2 c unsweetened coconut milk
  • juice and zest from 1 lime
  • optional: 1 tsp coconut extract

Instructions
 

  • READ THIS BEFORE YOU MAKE IT: This recipe was made using a 6qt Instant Pot. If your pot is larger, you'll need to adjust accordingly. Also, altitude can affect your cook time.
  • Mix quinoa, water and coconut milk, lime zest and lime juice in the pan of the instant pot.  If you want to up the coconut intensity, add the coconut extract.
  • Cover with lid and turn valve to sealed position.
  • Cook on high pressure for 1 minute. Natural release for at least 10 minutes.
  • Serve quinoa in bowls topped with blueberries, blackberries and coconut chips. Add a splash of coconut milk if desired.
  • This will keep in the fridge for several days and freezes well, too. If it starts to dry out, just mix in some water or coconut milk before heating and up to serve.

Notes

21 Day Fix Container counts (for 1/2 cup quinoa): 1 yellow, 1/4 blue - be sure to count any toppings you add!
Weight Watchers Freestyle Points (for 1/2 cup quinoa): 4 - be sure to count any toppings you add!
Have you made this recipe? Share a picture on Facebook or Instagram and tag @carrieellblog!
 

Nutrition

Serving: 12cCalories: 152kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 4mgPotassium: 191mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gCalcium: 55mgIron: 1.5mg
Keyword 21 Day Fix, breakfast, Instant Pot, quinoa, Weight Watchers
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was with a rating and review!

The 21 Day Fix program is always changing, and while I do my very best and never want to mess up (perfectionist, yo) please always double check the container counts yourself. Sometimes/usally it’s late at night when I write these posts. 

Container counts, per serving (serving is 1/2 cup quinoa, 1/2 cup blackerries, 1 T coconut chips):

  • 1 yellow
  • .5 purple
  • .5 blue

Here are some other Instant Pot breakfast recipes I think you’ll like!

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The Quinoa lime Breakfast looks so good! I cna’t wait to try it!

I haven’t made quinoa for breakfast yet but this inspires me to give it a go! Thanks very much for sharing.

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