Getting tired of the same old breakfast? How about a Quinoa Yogurt Parfait? It's full of seasonal berries, coconut yogurt, and high-protein quinoa. Add a drizzle of maple syrup for some extra sweetness. {gluten free, vegan, dairy free}
Happy Monday! Hope you guys had a great weekend. My daughter Maddie's 12th birthday was this weekend so we planned a big sleepover with 10 girls and had the basement all decorated for the girls to crash down there.
Unfortunately, she woke up sick on Friday and we had to cancel it. It was so sad! It's hard to see your kids broken hearted, isn't it? But as I always say, things could be so much worse for you - so get over it. Well, I don't say that exactly but she gets my meaning. I want my kids to know how blessed they are and not take that for granted.
Raise your hand if you are getting tired of the same breakfast every day.
If so, let's try something different. These parfaits are made with coconut yogurt which I prefer but you can sub high protein greek plain yogurt too. I always have quinoa made in my fridge so it's easy to layer this up in the morning. Pack in some berries or your favorite fruit and you are good to go. Add a drizzle of maple syrup if you need some extra sweetness.
These can be made ahead and kept in the fridge for two days.
If you love quinoa for breakfast, try this Quinoa Breakfast Bowl.
This High Protein Quinoa Yogurt Parfait is...
- high protein
- full of antioxidants
- gluten free
- dairy free (with coconut yogurt)
- refined sugar-free
- quick and easy
For more high protein breakfast ideas try my Paleo Quiche Cups, Kiwi and Raspberry Chia Pudding, Superfoods Acai Bowl, Apple and Almond Butter Breakfast Quinoa or Apple Pie Overnight Oats.
Quinoa Yogurt Parfait
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups cooked quinoa
- 1 cups plain coconut yogurt
- handful of berries I used blueberries, raspberries, and currants
- 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup optional
Instructions
- Place quinoa in the bottom of two glasses.
- Top with coconut yogurt.
- Drizzle with maple syrup if using and top with berries.
- Can be stored in fridge for two days.
Notes
Nutrition
Rae says
I'd never really considered quinoa to be a breakfast item, but now I am seeing the error in my ways. Great alternative from granola and yogurt, can't wait to try it for myself.
Patricia @ Grab a Plate says
I love dishes with quinoa for breakfast, and your recipe is just lovely! Too bad about your daughter's party, but love the attitude to be grateful for what we have 🙂 Thanks for sharing!
Catherine says
These are so beautiful! Love that they are high in protein...a great idea serving quinoa with yogurt. I have to try this soon!
Ali from Home & Plate says
I can't say I have ever had quinoa for breakfast but it's just as healthy as oats or chia. This parfait is right up my alley. I love a parfait for breakfast or even a dessert and this one has all the ingredients necessary for parfait success. Yum!
Lindsay Cotter says
This is a wonderful way to get out of a breakfast rut! These parfaits have everything I love in them! Such an easy make ahead breakfast that's the perfect way to start my day!
Michelle | The Secret Ingredient Is says
Um can I come over tomorrow morning?! You make the most beautiful breakfasts! I bet this is such a filling and refreshing way to start the day, definitely need to make soon -- I'm getting sick of my go-to weekday breakfasts now.
Karen Kelly says
Come on over Michelle!
Cindy says
I am absolutely ready for new ideas for breakfast. I am in a hum-drum pattern of egg this, egg that. This would be a welcome break. So sorry about your daughter getting ill. We had a similar situation where my son just recently had a birthday and his cousin and his little bestie both got sick and couldn't celebrate. He was bummed, and yet I wish I could make up for that! Win some and lose some.
Karen Kelly says
Yeah, me too with the eggs!
Dawn - Girl Heart Food says
What a lovely breakfast or snack! Great way for sure to mix things up and plus it looks so cheerful and yummy with the berries 🙂 Definitely drizzle some maple syrup on top...love that stuff!
Karen Kelly says
Thanks, Dawn!
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says
So sorry Maddie was sick Karen! Such a bummer, but hopefully you can just reschedule. This breakfast parfait looks yummy. I love the coconut fresh fruit combo. And great idea to add the quinoa for extra protein.
Karen Kelly says
Yes, we are doing it this Friday. Thanks Mary Ann!
Julia @ HappyFoods Tube says
Love this and making it soon! Beautiful photos! Hope your daughter is OK now. Poor thing! I can imagine how devastated she must have been!
Julia Mueller says
I'm loving this well-balanced, delicious breakfast! I haven't tried a sweet version of breakfast quinoa and I'm thinking this shall be the inspiration to change that! So tasty!!
Karen Kelly says
Thanks Jula! I hope you love it!
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says
Oh NO! I'm so sorry to hear you daughter got sick and had to cancel her birthday celebration! 🙁 I hope she gets a chance to have a birthday redo! And hopefully you whipped her up one of these parfaits as a birthday consolation birthday prize, because these would cheer anyone up! SO pretty, Karen! And SOOO delicious! Love that you used quinoa and coconut yogurt! Plus that drizzle of maple syrup?! YUM!!! Cheers, friend!
annie@ciaochowbambina says
How'd you know I was getting tired of the same old breakfast...corn chex and bananas...this is coming at just the right time! I love quinoa in anything and that coconut yogurt sounds divine! I hope your sweetie is feeling better! That is no fun at all! xo
Nicole @ Young, Broke and Hungry says
I've been making quinoa porridge recently for breakfast, and it's so much better than oatmeal. Love this high protein version!
Natalie says
Looks so delicious and colorful! Perfect for the summer!
Beth says
This recipe is sooo delicious! It fits perfectly into my dairy free, gluten free lifestyle! Coconut yogurt is the best!
Tavo says
The Quinoa Yogurt Parfait was a delightful surprise! The layers were perfectly balanced, and the texture was spot-on. I never thought quinoa could be so versatile. Thanks for sharing this creative twist on a classic dish!
Anjali says
Adding quinoa to a typical yogurt parfait was such a good idea!! It went really well with the yogurt and berries, and kept me full all the way until lunch!
Janie says
I've been looking for ways to increase my protein intake for breakfast. This quinoa yogurt parfait helps with my macros! Plus, its a delicious treat in the morning.
Sara Welch says
Enjoyed this for breakfast this morning and started my day off right! Turned out light, sweet and delicious; easily, a new favorite recipe!