High-Protein Overnight Quinoa Pudding is a healthy dish. We can easily make them in advance and have them as a quick breakfast or snack. This pudding is enriched with protein, fiber, and necessary minerals, which are good for our health. High-Protein Overnight Quinoa Pudding prepares fast in just twenty-five minutes, so it is good for a busy lifestyle. It contains milk, Greek yogurt, Maple syrup, chia seeds, vanilla essence, salt, cooked quinoa, and cinnamon. We can easily find these simple items in the grocery stores or in the kitchen pantry. Serve this dish with banana slices, nuts, seeds, and dark chocolate chips.
STATS:
- Caloric content: 320 kcal
- Time for prep: 10 minutes
- Cooking duration: Fifteen minutes
- Overall duration: Twenty-five minutes + overnight chill
- Serving size: 1 bowl
- Cuisine: International
- Course: Breakfast, Snack
- Diet: High-Protein
- Serving: 2
EQUIPMENT:
- Saucepan
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Airtight container
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 1–2 tbsp. honey
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- ½ tsp. cinnamon
- Salt
INGREDIENT NOTES:
QUINOA:
- It contains protein and all the important amino acids, which are good for protein-enriched foods. Wash them well, then cook to eliminate the natural bitter taste. Cook them properly to make them fluffy and cool them well so they don’t get mushy.
MILK:
- It will make the pudding creamy and also soften the texture of the quinoa overnight. Use dairy milk to add the additional protein content in this pudding, though you can also use almond, soy, or coconut milk to make this pudding dairy-free or vegan.
GREEK YOGURT:
- It will make the pudding creamy and also enrich the pudding with proteins. Use the full-fat version to make it rich. Vegan yogurt works nicely for a dairy-free diet.
HONEY OR MAPLE SYRUP:
- Honey is added to sweeten the flavor of the pudding. You can also add the maple syrup instead if required.
VANILLA ESSENCE:
- It enhances the aroma and sweet flavor of this dish. Pure vanilla essence is best for the strong results.
CINNAMON:
- It is used to add a deep aroma & taste in pudding. Make the fresh cinnamon powder for the best taste.
CHIA SEEDS:
- It will help to thicken the consistency of the pudding. It will add the fiber content and also add the good fat content to the dish.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Cook the quinoa as instructed on the pack and cool it completely.
- Take a mixing vessel and mix the milk, Greek yogurt, and cooked quinoa.
- Include the maple syrup, vanilla essence, salt, chia seeds, and cinnamon.
- Mix all the items till it gets combine, then transfer them to the jar.
- Cool them in the fridge for around 4 to 6 hours to thicken the consistency.
- Stir properly, then serve with the preferred topping.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
FRUITS:
- Strawberries
- Blueberries
- Raspberries
- Banana slices
- Mango cubes
NUTS & SEEDS:
- Almonds
- Walnuts
- Pecans
- Pumpkin seeds
- Sunflower seeds
CRUNCHY TOPPINGS:
- Granola
- Cacao nibs
- Toasted coconut flakes
SWEET ADDITIONS:
- Peanut butter
- Almond butter
- Dark chocolate chips
- Honey drizzle
- Maple syrup
PROTEIN:
- Protein powder
- Hemp seeds
- Extra Greek yogurt
SPICES:
- Cinnamon
- Nutmeg
- Cardamom
- Cocoa powder
TIPS:
- It is best to use the cooled quinoa so it doesn’t get mushy.
- You can modify the pudding consistency by the addition of milk.
- Include the protein powder to add additional protein content to the dish.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Include the pudding in the jar, then store for four days.
FREEZER:
- It is not good to freeze this pudding, as it will not keep the texture same.
FAQs:
Can I add the raw quinoa?
- No, it should be cooked to provide a good texture and better digestion.
Is this pudding effective for losing weight?
- This pudding is enhanced with fiber & proteins, so we don’t get hungry till the next meal.
How can I make the vegan pudding?
- Add the vegan milk and yogurt to make the vegan pudding.
Will I eliminate the chia seeds?
- We can eliminate the chia seeds, though they will not thicken the texture of this pudding.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Serving: 2
Total carbs: 38 g
Net carbs: 32 g
Fiber: 6 g
Calories: 320 kcal
Fat: 10 g
Serving size: 1 bowl
Calcium: 180 mg
Iron: 2.8 mg
Protein: 18 g
Vitamin A: 0.15 mg
Sodium: 120 mg
Potassium: 320 mg
