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Savory Amaranth Porridge Recipe

Name: Savory Amaranth Porridge Recipe
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup amaranth; 2 TBSP flax seeds; 2 cups water; ½ bunch of fresh spinach, or two generous handfuls of baby spinach; Drizzle of organic, extra-virgin olive oil; Pinch of flaked sea salt

Looking for a breakfast alternative to oatmeal? Amaranth is a delicious ancient grain option that is naturally gluten free and phytate free.

Considered a superfood that is high protein and full of micronutrients. Here is a high protein, fiber rich and savory breakfast alternative that is ready in 15 minutes.

This recipe is great for those following a Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten Free, or Lectin Free lifestyle.

Savory Amaranth Breakfast Bowl Recipe with Spinach, Flax Seed, Olive Oil & Sea Salt

ALTERNATIVE TO OATMEAL

This tiny ancient grain is a great alternative or replacement to a traditional bowl of oatmeal for breakfast. It is gluten free, phytate free and a healthy resistant starch.

This means that amaranth is unlikely to spike your blood sugar levels. With the benefit of supporting your gut microbiome, improving your insulin sensitivity and reduce body fat.

If you develop allergies or inflammation from oats or wheat products, then amaranth is a perfect alternative for you. Remember to choose organic, non-GMO options to avoid glyphosate and other pesticide residue.

AMARANTH PORRIDGE BENEFITS

Is amaranth gluten free? Yes. It makes for a great substitute for a bowl of oatmeal or other breakfast porridge. Amaranth is also a great addition to soups or served as a grain side dish for lunch or dinner paired with vegetables.

I use amaranth in place of recipes that call for polenta or couscous. You can also swap it in soup recipes that call for pasta, couscous, quinoa, barley and other grains.

Try soaking the amaranth overnight for even better assimilation. Strain through a fine mesh strainer. Then add to a pot with fresh water and cook as described below.

WHY EAT AMARANTH?

An ancient grain
Naturally gluten free and phytate free
Easy and quick to prepare
High protein and fiber rich
Nourishing and healing
Supports lowering cholesterol and reducing inflammation

HOW TO COOK AMARANTH

This ancient grain is very easy to prepare. You can find it all over the world, so I often purchase it when traveling to enjoy as breakfast in my Airbnb.

Similar to oatmeal, it is a 1:2 ratio for preparation. For example, all you need is the following.

1 cup amaranth

2 cups water

Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes. Stirring occasionally till all the water is absorbed.

Savory Amaranth Breakfast Bowl Recipe with Spinach & Hard Boiled Egg

SAVORY AMARANTH RECIPES IDEAS

Try these toppings on your savory amaranth breakfast bowl for variety, added fiber, protein and flavor.

Hardboiled egg
Steamed kale, chard, zucchini or other leafy green or vegetable
Flax seed oil, hazelnut oil or walnut oil
Chis seeds, sesame seeds or ground flax seed
Nuts such as walnuts, hazelnuts, sliced almonds, pistachios or cashews
Fresh herbs such as rosemary or thyme
Spices such as fresh turmeric or ginger

CHEF TIP

Make a double batch for breakfast meal prep. The porridge is delicious hot or cold.

You can swap the whole flax seeds for chia seeds.

Cooked amaranth holds well in the fridge for one week.

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