Avocado Spinach Quinoa Breakfast Bowl (Printable Version)

A nourishing breakfast bowl with fluffy quinoa, creamy avocado, sautéed spinach, and fresh toppings for a hearty start to your day.

# Ingredient List:

→ Grains

01 - 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
02 - 2 cups water
03 - 1/4 tsp salt

→ Vegetables

04 - 2 cups fresh baby spinach
05 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
06 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced

→ Protein & Extras

08 - 2 large eggs, poached or soft-boiled (optional)
09 - 2 tbsp feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
10 - 2 tbsp toasted pumpkin seeds

→ Seasonings & Dressing

11 - 1 tbsp olive oil
12 - 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
13 - 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)
14 - Juice of 1/2 lemon

# How to Make It:

01 - Combine quinoa, water, and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes until water is absorbed and quinoa is tender. Fluff with a fork.
02 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add spinach and sauté for 1-2 minutes until just wilted. Season with black pepper.
03 - Prepare eggs to your preference (poached or soft-boiled) if using.
04 - Divide quinoa between two bowls. Top with sautéed spinach, avocado slices, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
05 - Add eggs if using, sprinkle with feta cheese, pumpkin seeds, and chili flakes. Drizzle with lemon juice and extra olive oil if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It keeps you satisfied through lunch without that heavy breakfast feeling
  • You can prep the quinoa ahead and assemble in under five minutes
  • The combination of warm grains and cool avocado creates the perfect temperature balance
02 -
  • Quinoa continues cooking after heat is removed, so remove from heat while slightly al dente
  • Salt your spinach while sautéing, not after, to prevent water release
  • Room temperature ingredients create better harmony than cold ones
03 -
  • Toast your pumpkin seeds in a dry pan until fragrant before adding
  • Wipe your avocado slices with lemon juice to prevent browning if meal prepping

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