Buckwheat Breakfast Bowl

This is one of my go to breakfasts when I am not training, or after a big swim.  It is an excellent alternative to the typical sugary, processed, chemical laden breakfast cereal.  It is also easy to add variety by switching up what you add into it.  Buckwheat is a great source of protein and carbs to refuel after a tough workout.

*Keep in mind that I am a 6'4" adult male training 15-20+ hours a week.  Even then I don't always eat the whole thing at once, but it keeps well refrigerated.  You may need to adjust the portion sizes according to your appetite and needs.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup buckwheat
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 - 1 tbsp cinnamon
• 1 banana
• 1 apple
• 1/4 - 1/2 cup nuts and/or seeds

Preparation:

1. The night before (at least 4 hours), put buckwheat in big bowl of water to soak over night.
2. When ready to cook, drain and rinse buckwheat until it stops foaming and it is no longer slimy.
3. Add rinsed buckwheat to a pan with the water and bring to a boil.
4. Once boiling, reduce to simmer, stirring occasionally until water is absorbed (3-5 minutes).
5. While buckwheat is cooking, chop up the banana and apple.
6. Let sit for a couple minutes then mix in the cinnamon.
7. Mix in the banana and apple.
8. Add whatever else you like (pictured is pumpkin seeds, pecans, walnuts, and almonds).