Healthy Breakfast Idea - Pumpkin Breakfast Quinoa

Now that I eat healthier I find myself making my meals more and trying out new recipes. I've still yet to try Quinoa but I like the thought of having it with something sweet rather than something savory. 

How's this for an autumn-inspired morning meal?!? 

**PUMPKIN BREAKFAST QUINOA**

Serves Two

Ingredients:

1/2 cup quinoa

1 cup milk (I used 2 percent)

1 very ripe banana, mashed

1/2 cup canned pumpkin

1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

2 egg whites

1 scoop vanilla protein powder (optional)

Directions:

• Combine quinoa, milk, mashed banana and egg whites in a pan on medium heat.
• Increase heat to medium high and, stirring constantly, allowing mixture to thicken (approximately 10 – 15 minutes)
• Fluff quinoa, reduce heat to low and slowly stir in pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice
• Add protein powder and an additional splash of milk if needed
• Divide quinoa into two bowls and enjoy