Savory Broccoli Spinach Millet Bowl (Printable Version)
Fluffy millet with sautéed broccoli, wilted spinach, cumin and smoked paprika; optional eggs, feta and sunflower seeds.
# Ingredient List:
→ Grains
01 - 1/2 cup millet
02 - 1 cup water
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Vegetables
04 - 1 cup broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
05 - 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
06 - 1 small red onion, finely diced
07 - 1 clove garlic, minced
→ Seasonings
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
09 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
11 - Salt, to taste
→ Extras
12 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
13 - 2 large eggs (optional, for serving)
14 - 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese (optional)
15 - 1 tablespoon toasted sunflower seeds (optional)
16 - Lemon wedges, for serving
# How to Make It:
01 - Rinse millet thoroughly under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine the millet, water, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the water is absorbed and millet is tender. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
02 - While millet cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add red onion and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until softened.
03 - Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
04 - Add broccoli florets, season with a pinch of salt and black pepper, and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until bright green and just tender.
05 - Add spinach, ground cumin, and smoked paprika. Cook, stirring, for approximately 2 minutes until spinach is wilted. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
06 - In a separate skillet, fry or poach eggs according to preference, if using.
07 - Divide cooked millet evenly between serving bowls. Top with sautéed vegetables and, if desired, eggs, crumbled feta, and toasted sunflower seeds. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- No more bland mornings: this breakfast bowl wakes up your taste buds with real flavor.
- It’s secretly packed with protein and greens, so you fuel up and actually enjoy it.
02 -
- If you skip rinsing the millet, it turns dense and sticky instead of fluffy.
- Letting the millet stand covered after cooking unlocks its perfect texture—don’t rush this pause.
03 -
- Even if you’re rushed, fluffing the millet with a fork and letting it steam makes all the difference.
- A little feta scattered while the veggies are still hot melts just right into every bite.