These carrot quinoa waffles are crisp on the outside, soft on the inside and are delicious even without maple syrup. With carrots, quinoa, eggs, milk and flour in this recipe, they’re already a well-balanced meal all on its own!
Waffles are the perfect breakfast food to hide more nutrition. I always have fun with my blender blitzing up different healthy grains, seeds and veggies to sneak in my waffles. My kids have never noticed, despite all my different combinations like these sweet potato flax seed waffles and these pumpkin oatmeal waffles.
This time I decided to super charge the nutrition with the addition of carrots and quinoa. It does take an extra step versus basic waffles because you have to steam the carrots first. But I always like to make a big batch of waffles and then keep them in the fridge for quick morning breakfasts throughout the week.
What are the health benefits of carrots?
Incredibly high in vitamin A – 73% of the daily recommended intake which is crucial for eye health!
Source of vitamin K, potassium, vitamin C, calcium and iron
High in fiber for a healthy digestive system
What are the health benefits of quinoa?
Rich in fiber and protein. Just one cup has 8g of protein and 5g of fiber
Good source of nutrients such as magnesium, manganese, zinc and iron
Contains antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds
Gluten free
These waffles keep well in the fridge for 3 to 4 days or you can freeze them for up to three months. You can reheat them in the oven or the air fryer. They come out crispy on the outside and soft on the inside just like they were freshly made.
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These carrot quinoa waffles are crisp on the outside, soft on the inside and are delicious even without maple syrup. With carrots, quinoa, eggs, milk and flour in this recipe, they’re already a well-balanced meal all on its own!
