Quinoa Breakfast Bowl

This Quinoa Breakfast Bowl is a nutritious and colorful start to your day, packed with protein, fiber, and delicious flavors. It's easily customizable and perfect for a healthy vegetarian breakfast.

Ingredients

• Quinoa - 1 cup (200g)
• Water - 2 cups (500ml)
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon (15ml)
• Spinach - 1 cup (30g), fresh
• Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup (150g), halved
• Avocado - 1 medium, diced
• Feta cheese - 50g, crumbled
• Chickpeas - 1 cup (240g), canned and drained
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon (15ml)
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro) - for garnish

Steps

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water in a fine-mesh sieve to remove any bitterness.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked and water is absorbed.
4. While the quinoa cooks, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the spinach and cherry tomatoes, cooking until the spinach is wilted and tomatoes are slightly softened, about 3-4 minutes.
5. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, sautéed spinach, cherry tomatoes, chickpeas, and lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Divide the quinoa mixture between two bowls. Top each bowl with diced avocado and crumbled feta cheese.
7. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 15 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and fiber, promoting satiety and digestive health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals, supporting overall health and wellness.

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