Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Quinoa | 220 g | Sweet, Astringent · Heating |
 Unsweetened almond milk | 600 g | Sweet · Heating |
 Pear, diced | 220 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Almonds, chopped | 30 g | Sweet · Heating |
 Cinnamon | 2 g | Sweet, Pungent, Astringent · Heating |
 Rock sugar | 20 g | Sweet · Cooling |
| Water | 420 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Rinse or dry-toast the quinoa as appropriate.
- Combine it with the water and simmer until the grain begins to soften.
- Add the unsweetened almond milk and diced pear, chopped almonds; continue cooking gently.
- Stir in the cinnamon and sweetener when the porridge is tender and creamy.
- Rest for two minutes and serve warm.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (original international warm-porridge adaptation)
Quinoa Pear Porridge is cooked and served warm, with fruit cooked into the grain when included. Vata: serve warm, cook until tender, and add a little ghee if the dish feels dry. Pitta: moderate chilies and sharp sourness, favoring coriander or fennel. Kapha: keep the portion light, reduce added fat, and favor ginger or black pepper.
USDA Nutrition Facts for Quinoa Pear Porridge
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (378g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 87 kcal | 329 kcal |
| Protein | 2.7 g | 10.4 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 14.0 g | 52.9 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6.6 g |
| Total Sugars | 3.3 g | 12.5 g |
| Total Fat | 2.4 g | 9.2 g |
| Calcium | 83.5 mg | 315.6 mg |
| Iron | 0.89 mg | 3.37 mg |
| Magnesium | 38.4 mg | 145.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 89.6 mg | 338.6 mg |
| Potassium | 126 mg | 476 mg |
| Sodium | 25 mg | 96 mg |
| Zinc | 0.60 mg | 2.28 mg |
| Copper | 0.13 mg | 0.50 mg |
| Manganese | 0.33 mg | 1.23 mg |
| Selenium | 1.3 µg | 4.9 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.6 mg | 2.4 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 16.6 µg | 62.7 µg |
| Vitamin E | 4.20 mg | 15.87 mg |
| Vitamin K | 0.8 µg | 3.2 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.06 mg | 0.21 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.09 mg | 0.33 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.35 mg | 1.31 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08 mg | 0.29 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 28.9 µg | 109.2 µg |
| Choline | 13.2 mg | 50.0 mg |
