Description
A colorful breakfast bowl filled with nutritious grains, fresh veggies, creamy avocado, and a protein boost to start your day right.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 2 eggs (poached or scrambled)
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup mixed colorful veggies (bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, kale)
- 1/4 cup nuts or seeds (almonds, pumpkin seeds)
- Olive oil for sautéing
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Citrus vinaigrette (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the quinoa: In a medium pot, combine rinsed quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover. Cook for about 15 minutes or until absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
- Prepare the veggies: In a skillet, heat olive oil on medium heat. Add chopped veggies and sauté until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the eggs: Poach or scramble eggs according to preference. For poaching, fill a pot with water, add vinegar, and cook eggs until whites set but yolks are runny (about 3-4 minutes).
- Assemble the bowl: In a large bowl, layer quinoa, sautéed veggies, sliced avocado, and eggs. Top with nuts or seeds, and drizzle with vinaigrette if using.
- Serve & enjoy: Dive in while warm, perfect for a leisurely breakfast!
Notes
You can customize ingredients based on the season or your preferences. Make it vegan by substituting eggs with chickpeas or tofu.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Boiling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: breakfast bowl, healthy breakfast, quinoa bowl, vegetarian breakfast, meal prep