Nutty buckwheat groats cooked until tender and topped with fresh fruit, nuts, and a drizzle of honey.
# What You'll Need:
→ Buckwheat Base
01 - 1 cup buckwheat groats, raw and hulled
02 - 2 cups water
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Toppings
04 - 1/2 cup mixed nuts such as almonds, walnuts, or pecans, roughly chopped
05 - 1 cup fresh fruit such as berries, banana slices, apple, or pear, diced
06 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup, optional for sweetness
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, optional
08 - 1/2 cup milk or plant-based milk, optional for serving
# How to Make It:
01 - Rinse buckwheat groats thoroughly under cold running water until water runs clear.
02 - In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed buckwheat groats, water, and salt. Bring mixture to boil over medium-high heat.
03 - Reduce heat to low, cover saucepan with lid, and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes or until groats are tender and water is fully absorbed.
04 - Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff cooked buckwheat gently with fork to separate grains.
05 - Divide cooked buckwheat evenly between two serving bowls.
06 - Top each bowl with mixed nuts and fresh fruit. Drizzle with honey or maple syrup if desired and sprinkle with ground cinnamon.
07 - Serve warm immediately. Pour milk or plant-based milk over each portion if preferred.
