Ingredients

1/2 cup rinsed quinoa

1 3/4 cups unsweetened almond milk, divided

1/2 cup water

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon coarse salt

1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom

1 sliced pear, divided

4 tablespoons toasted sliced almonds, divided

Preparation

In a saucepan, bring quinoa, 3/4 cup almond milk, water, vanilla, salt, and cardamom to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed, 15 minutes.

Remove from heat and let rest 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

For each serving, top 1/2 cup quinoa with 1/2 cup almond milk, 1/2 sliced pear, and 2 tablespoons almonds.