Savory Quinoa Breakfast Bowl
A comforting bowl of fluffy quinoa topped with sautéed spinach, soft-boiled egg, creamy avocado, cherry tomatoes, and a light lemon-herb drizzle. Balanced, hearty, and energizing.
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 25 minutes
Servings:1–2
Ingredients
For the Quinoa
½ cup quinoa
1 cup water or vegetable broth
Pinch of salt
Toppings
1 soft-boiled or fried egg
½ avocado, sliced
½ cup fresh spinach
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1–2 tbsp feta cheese
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt & black pepper
Lemon-Herb Drizzle
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp lemon juice
¼ tsp Dijon mustard
½ tsp dried oregano or thyme
Pinch of black pepper
Instructions
1. Cook the Quinoa
Rinse quinoa under cold water for 10 seconds.
Add quinoa + water + salt to a pot.
Bring to a boil → reduce heat → cover.
Cook 12–15 minutes until fluffy.
Let sit 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
2. Prepare the Toppings
Spinach:
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan.
Add spinach + salt + pepper.
Saute 1–2 minutes until wilted.
Egg:
Soft-boil for 6 minutes OR fry sunny-side up.
Tomatoes:
Serve fresh OR lightly sauté for extra sweetness.
3. Make the Lemon-Herb Drizzle
Mix olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon (optional), oregano, and pepper.
4. Assemble the Bowl
Add warm quinoa as the base.
Top with spinach, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and the egg.
Sprinkle feta on top.
Drizzle with lemon-herb dressing.
Add fresh cracked pepper.
Serve With
Cucumber slices
Olives
Fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or basil)
Extra lemon wedge
Notes & Tips
Use leftover quinoa to make this even faster.
Add chickpeas or smoked salmon for more protein.
Replace quinoa with brown rice or couscous if preferred.
For a creamy twist, add a spoon of hummus on top.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I make it dairy-free?
Yes — skip the feta.
Q: Can I make it spicy?
Add chili flakes or harissa (you prefer non-spicy so optional).
Q: Can I meal prep it?
Quinoa & veggies keep well for 2 days; add avocado & egg fresh.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 350–420
Protein: 15–20g
Carbs: 40–45g
Fat: 14–18g
Fiber: 6–7g