Esalen Brown Rice Breakfast Cereal

Start your morning with the nourishing warmth of Esalen Brown Rice Breakfast Cereal, a hearty and wholesome alternative to traditional porridges. This comforting breakfast is made with tender brown rice simmered to perfection and enriched with creamy almond milk, sweet raisins, and a hint of cinnamon spice. Topped with crunchy nuts, maple syrup for natural sweetness, and your favorite fresh fruits, it offers a beautiful balance of textures and flavors. Packed with whole-grain goodness and plant-based ingredients, this recipe is perfect for vegans, gluten-free diets, or anyone seeking a satisfying, healthful start to the day. With a cooking time of just 40 minutes, this 2-serving bowl of goodness is a delightful way to elevate your breakfast routine!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown rice
• 2 cups water
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 1 cup almond milk (or any non-dairy milk)
• 0.5 cups raisins
• 0.25 cups chopped nuts (e.g., almonds or walnuts)
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
• 0.5 cups fresh fruit (e.g., berries or sliced banana, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the brown rice under cold water to remove excess starch.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the brown rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for about 35-40 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.

Step 4

After cooking, remove the pan from the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 minutes to steam.

Step 5

Fluff the cooked rice gently with a fork, then stir in the almond milk, raisins, chopped nuts, and ground cinnamon.

Step 6

Return the saucepan to low heat and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is heated through and creamy.

Step 7

Taste and adjust sweetness by stirring in maple syrup, if desired.

Step 8

Divide the cereal into bowls and top with fresh fruit of your choice. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1175.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	805.6

Total Fat 20.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 219.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 152.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.7g	0%
Total Sugars 82.0g
Protein 14.6g	0%

Vitamin D 100.0IU	0%
Calcium 614.7mg	0%
Iron 4.1mg	0%
Potassium 1318.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.9%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 71.2%