Rice Bowl Breakfast with Fruit and Nuts
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Makes:
2
Servings
Total Cost:
$$$$
Cook Time:
5 minutes
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
The sweet and savory combination of ingredients in this rice bowl makes it a great start to your day. Rice, fruit, and nuts come together to create a nutritious, filling breakfast.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1/2 cup fat free (skim) milk, or 1%
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup chopped fruit (try a mixture - apples, bananas, raisins, berries, peaches)
- 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (try walnuts or almonds)
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Combine cooked rice, milk and cinnamon in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH for 45 seconds. Stir and heat for another 45 to 60 seconds, or until rice mixture is heated through.
- Divide rice mixture between two bowls. Top with fruit and nuts. Serve warm.
- Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Notes
- Use any combination of fresh, canned, frozen, and dried fruit in this recipe.
- You can use any leftover cooked grain in this recipe. Try white or wild rice, quinoa, barley, or oatmeal.
- Skim milk, apples, and walnuts were used for nutrition and cost analysis.
- Learn more about fruits and what's in season now.
Food Hero
Oregon State University Cooperative Extension Service
