Warming Ayurvedic Breakfast Porridge with Cardamom & Apple
Gentle, grounding, and full of quiet comfort, this porridge is inspired by Ayurvedic traditions that emphasize warm, cooked foods for optimal digestion and balance. It’s a beautiful way to start the day slowly – with mindfulness and nourishment.
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or millet
- 1 cup coconut or almond milk
- 1/2 apple or pear grated
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground cardamom (or one cardamom pod, crushed)
- 1/4 tsp fresh grated ginger (optional)
- 1 tsp honey or date syrup (optional, to taste)
- 1 pinch sea salt
In a small pot, warm the milk and add the cooked quinoa or millet.
Stir in grated fruit, cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and salt.
Simmer gently for 5–7 minutes, until creamy and fragrant.
Sweeten lightly with honey or date syrup.
Serve warm, topped with a few chopped walnuts or flaxseeds if desired.
Optional Add-Ons
- A spoonful of almond butter for extra richness
- Fresh berries or pomegranate seeds
- Ground flaxseed or chia for omega-3s
Why It’s Healing
This porridge soothes and strengthens digestion while supporting balanced energy throughout the morning. Quinoa and millet provide protein and fiber, while warming spices like cinnamon and cardamom stimulate circulation and calm the nervous system. The gentle sweetness and creaminess make it both comforting and restorative — ideal for mornings during or after treatment.
