Quinoa is a staple in our household. It is a fiber-rich complex-carb and solid source of plant protein. Plus, it’s incredibly versatile and easy to make (only takes 15 minutes)! When making quinoa as part of dinner, I’ll make a big batch and use the leftovers to top my salads with or to make quinoa bowls with. Just top some quinoa with leftover roasted veggies, avocado, sautéed spinach, and a fried egg, and it’s a pretty delicious lunch!
Lately, I’ve been experimenting with breakfast quinoa bowls and I must say, they are delicious and because of the high protein and fiber content, they keep me full all morning long. Here is my savory breakfast bowl recipe!
Ingredients:
(serves 1)
1 cup cooked quinoa
1 egg, cooked sunny side up, fried, or soft boiled
4 cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ an avocado, sliced
A drizzle of good olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
Place quinoa in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper
Top with cherry tomatoes, avocado, and an egg. Enjoy
Feel free to get creative here! Sometimes I’ll add roasted sweet potatoes or other roasted veggies I have on hand for an additional nutritional punch!
Health Benefits of Quinoa
Quinoa is an excellent source of plant protein, and it contains all nine amino acids (making it a complete protein)
It is rich in fiber, keeping you full and helping with digestion
Quinoa contains large amounts of antioxidants, which help boost our immune systems and reduce inflammation
It’s an excellent plant source of iron, which is necessary for transporting oxygen in the blood to cells throughout the body
One cup contains 25% of the daily recommended amount of magnesium, which helps to promote healthy blood sugar levels, energy production, and with detoxification
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