Low Sodium Creamy Buckwheat Porridge
Start your day with this deliciously wholesome Low Sodium Creamy Buckwheat Porridge, a heart-healthy breakfast that's as nutritious as it is comforting. Made with nutty buckwheat groats simmered in a blend of unsweetened almond milk and water, this porridge achieves a rich creaminess without the need for added salt. Naturally sweetened with a touch of maple syrup and infused with warm vanilla and cinnamon, every spoonful is loaded with flavor and goodness. Chia seeds add a boost of omega-3s and extra thickness, while optional toppings like fresh berries and crunchy nuts bring color and texture to the dish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this low-sodium breakfast option is perfect for cozy mornings and a wonderful way to start your day on a nourishing note!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Buckwheat groats
- 2 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons Chia seeds
- 0.5 cup Fresh berries (optional, for topping)
- 0.25 cup Chopped nuts (optional, for topping)
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the buckwheat groats under cold water using a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear.
Step 2
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the rinsed buckwheat, unsweetened almond milk, and water.
Step 3
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
Step 4
Reduce the heat to low and simmer the porridge, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes or until the buckwheat is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Step 5
Stir in the maple syrup, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and chia seeds.
Step 6
Continue to cook the porridge for an additional 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until it reaches a creamy consistency.
Step 7
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the porridge sit for a minute or two to thicken further.
Step 8
Divide the creamy buckwheat porridge into serving bowls.
Step 9
Top with fresh berries and chopped nuts if desired, serving immediately while warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1411.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1082.5 |
| Total Fat 45.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 13.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1178.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 154.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 42.9g | |
| Protein 28.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 215.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1084.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1033.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories