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Breakfast Grain Bowl with Quinoa, Egg, and Spinach

  • Author: Millie
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 portions 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Boiling/Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Start your day with this nutritious Breakfast Grain Bowl featuring fluffy quinoa, vibrant spinach, and perfectly poached eggs. It’s a deliciously satisfying way to fuel your morning!


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
  • 2 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 large eggs
  • Crumbled feta or goat cheese (to taste)
  • Additional olive oil for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water to remove bitterness. In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa and water or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
  2. While the quinoa cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add spinach and season lightly with salt and pepper. Sauté for about 3 minutes until wilted but still bright green.
  3. In another pot, bring water to a gentle simmer. Crack each egg into a small bowl before gently sliding them into simmering water. Poach for about 3 minutes for runny yolks or longer for firmer yolks.
  4. In serving bowls, layer cooked quinoa at the base followed by sautéed spinach. Gently place poached eggs on top of the spinach.
  5. Sprinkle crumbled cheese over warm ingredients so it slightly melts. Drizzle with olive oil and season again with salt and pepper as desired.
  6. Enjoy your beautiful breakfast bowl while all flavors are fresh and vibrant!


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
  • Calories: 410
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 260mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 53g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 186mg

Keywords: - Feel free to customize by adding avocado, bell peppers, or any leftover vegetables you have. - This dish can be made vegan by substituting eggs with scrambled tofu seasoned with turmeric.