Coconut Amaranth Pudding with Pears (Vegetarian)
Serving Size: 1 cup (½ of recipe). Serves: 2
Estimated Nutritional Value Per Serving:
Calories: ~400 kcal
Fat: 18g (Saturated: 14g)
Carbohydrates: 56g (Fiber: 7g, Sugars: 18g)
Protein: 9g
Notable: Good source of Iron and Zinc from amaranth. Coconut milk provides lauric acid, which has antimicrobial properties.A delicious, cooling dessert or breakfast that soothes the stomach and satisfies sweet cravings.
Ingredients: 1/2 cup amaranth, 1 can (13.5oz) light coconut milk, 1/2 cup water, 1 ripe pear (peeled and diced), 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional), 1/4 tsp cardamom.
Method: Combine amaranth, coconut milk, and water in a pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 mins, stirring frequently, until thick. Stir in diced pear and cardamom. Cook for another 5 mins. Sweeten if desired. Serve warm or cool.