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Savory Millet Breakfast Bowl

Modified: May 5, 2025 · Published: Oct 1, 2021 by Gigi & Sersie · This post may contain affiliate links.

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This savory Millet Breakfast Bowl checks all the boxes in terms of flavor, nutrient density, and satisfaction. This deliciously cheesy millet recipe is gluten-free, soy-free, nut-free, oil-free, low-fat, and vegan.

millet in a bowl with summer squash and fresh herbs

What you may not know about this little whole grain

Millet is an intact whole grain that most people don't know about. In fact, millet is the "OG" of grains! This millet breakfast bowl is tasty, satisfying, and does your body right. As a savory porridge, millet reminds me of grits—but with more nutrient density.

Let's talk about millet. . .

Different types of millet have different nutritional profiles. Meaning, each millet type contains varying amounts of iron, calcium, fiber, polyphenols, etc. Regardless of millet type, this grain reduces blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. Check out this nutritionfacts.org video to learn more about millet.

Of course, including summer squash is another way to add veggies to breakfast.

This Millet Breakfast Recipe has 7 key ingredients:

  1. Millet
  2. Nutritional yeast
  3. Unsweetened, plain plant-based milk (soy, almond, cashew)
  4. Summer squash
  5. Onion
  6. Coconut aminos
  7. Fresh herbs, such as parsley, basil, dill or chives

How to prepare this millet breakfast porridge recipe

Since millet takes about 25 minutes to prepare, start by putting the millet into a medium-size pot with water. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to simmer until millet is cooked. Put the lid on and let it sit to absorb any remaining water.

While millet is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onion and dry sauté for 4 to 5 minutes or until it starts to brown. Then add sliced summer squash. Stir well and cover. Allow between 4 to 6 minutes to cook. Summer squash will both brown and steam at the same time. When onions are nice and caramelized and summer squash is cooked, stir in coconut aminos. Turn off the heat and let it sit while you finish the millet.

When the millet is done cooking, stir in the unsweetened plant-based milk so the millet has a creamy consistency. If you want it even creamier, take an immersion blender and give it a quick zap to break down some grains. This is a great way to make something creamy without adding cream. Stir in nutritional yeast and black pepper into cooked millet. Salt to taste.

Dish up millet porridge with summer squash and onions. Top with fresh herbs, such as parsley, basil, or chives.

millet with summer squash in a bowl with fresh herbs

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savory millet breakfast bowl with summer squash and fresh herbs

Savory Millet Breakfast Bowl

5 from 1 vote
Course: Breakfast
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 331kcal
Author: Gigi & Sersie
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This savory Millet Breakfast Bowl checks all the boxes in terms of flavor, nutrient density, and satisfaction. This deliciously cheesy millet recipe is gluten-free, soy-free, nut-free, oil-free and vegan. 

Ingredients  

  • ½ cup millet
  • 4 cups water or low sodium vegetable broth
  • 3 Tbsp nutritional yeast
  • ½ tsp black pepper fresh cracked is recommended
  • ¼ cup unsweetened plain plant-based milk (such as soy, almond, cashew)
  • 1 medium onion sliced
  • 1 zucchini squash sliced
  • 1 yellow squash sliced
  • 1 Tbsp coconut aminos
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley or another fresh herb
  • Salt to taste
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Instructions

  • Since millet takes a good 20 to 25 minutes to prepare, start putting millet into a medium-size pot with water. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to simmer until millet is cooked.
  • While millet is cooking, heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onion and dry sauté for 4 to 5 minutes or until it starts to brown. Then add sliced summer squash. Stir well and cover. Allow between 4 to 6 minutes to cook. Summer squash will both brown and steam at the same time. When onions are nice and caramelized, and summer squash is cooked, stir in coconut aminos. Turn off the heat and let it sit while you finish the millet.
  • When the millet is done cooking, stir in the unsweetened plant-based milk, so the millet is a creamy consistency. If you want it even creamier, take an immersion blender and give it a quick zap to break down some grains. Stir in nutritional yeast and black pepper into millet. Salt to taste.
  • Dish up millet porridge with veggies. Top with fresh herbs, such as parsley, basil, or chives. Enjoy!

Notes

  1. Optional Addition: If you like it spicy hot, add a splash of hot sauce or a pinch of fresh crushed red pepper flakes.
  2. Leftovers/Meal Prep: Store leftovers in a covered container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 331kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 374mg | Potassium: 964mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 1028IU | Vitamin C: 48mg | Calcium: 97mg | Iron: 4mg
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Gigi Carter and Sersie Blue have over 25 years of combined experience in plant-based nutrition and health coaching. Their passion for healthy eating inspired them to create Daniel’s Plate, a recipe site focused on whole food, plant-based meals.

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  1. Kristian

    May 19, 2025 at 5:11 am

    5 stars
    Love this. Very tasty.

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