Description
The Green Quinoa Breakfast Bowl is a wholesomebreakfast option combining quinoa, sautéed greens, eggs, and avocado. It’s anutrient-dense meal that’s easy to customize and packed with flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup quinoa (cooked)
- 1 teaspoon butter or olive oil
- 1 spring onion (sliced)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 4 leaves kale (roughly chopped)
- 1/2 cup spinach (roughly chopped)
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 avocado (sliced)
- 1 handful cilantro (roughly chopped (optional))
- 1 pinch chili flakes (optional)
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
Cook the Quinoa:
- If you haven’t already, cook the quinoa according to package instructions. Set aside.
Sauté the Vegetables:
- Heat the butter or olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced spring onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add the chopped kale and spinach, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Prepare the Eggs:
- In a separate skillet, cook the eggs to your liking.
- You can scramble, fry, or poach them depending on your preference.
Assemble the Bowl:
- In a bowl, add the cooked quinoa as the base.
- Top with the sautéed greens and the cooked eggs.
- Add the sliced avocado on the side and sprinkle with chopped cilantro and chili flakes if using.
Serve:
- Enjoy your Green Quinoa Breakfast Bowl warm, adding extra salt and pepper to taste as needed.
Notes
- Make It Vegan: Swap eggs for tofu scramble or chickpeas.
- Add More Protein: Toss in grilled chicken or nuts.
- Meal Prep Friendly: Cook quinoa and greens in advance for quick assembly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Gluten-Free