Date and Hazelnut Buckwheat Porridge
- Serves: 2
- Prep 10mins, Cook 25mins
- 230 kcals / serving
- Easy
Try this deliciously warming Date & Hazelnut Buckwheat Porridge. Packed with protein vitamin B for mental health, magnesium to improve sleep, and calcium for menopause support. High in fibre to aid digestion and blood sugar control, plus omega-3 for reducing inflammation and boosting cognitive health. The perfect wholesome start to your day!
This recipe has been created by Viki Garbett of Twiddle-love of foods.
Ingredients
- 100g buckwheat
- 300ml full fat milk/plant based milk
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp chopped dates/figs
- 1 tsp hemp seed
- 1-2 tsp sunflower seeds
- 1 tbsp walnuts (roasted)
- Hazelnuts to decorate
- Pinch of salt
Dietary info
Buckwheat: is a pseudocereal, which is a seed that is consumed as a grain. It's rich in minerals and rutin an antioxidant which helps to reduce blood pressure. Buckwheat is naturally high in protein and gluten free (always check the label to ensure that it's produced in a gluten free environment). It has a low GI (Glyceamic index) which means it will raise the blood sugar slowly and it will keep you full for longer and contains resistance starch and contains fibre which promotes gut health.
We've used full fat milk in this version as it's rich in protein and an excellent source of vitamin A and D. You can substitute this with alternative milks.
Walnuts, Hazelnuts and Hemp Seeds: rich in protein, omega 3 (ALA) and minerals, including phosphorus, magnesium, potassium and more. These minerals support for heart and mental health and promote the immune system.
Dates and figs: have a high fibre content to support gut health. Both contain calcium, magnesium and phosphorus to support bone health.
Sunflower seeds: are
particularly rich in vitamin E and selenium. Vitamin E protects your cells from
oxidative damage, and boost the immune system.
Cinnamon: delivers a natural sweetness to the porridge while also delivering its antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.
