Quinoa Power Breakfast Bowls
A delightful, nutritious way to start your day with customizable ingredients and vibrant flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup spinach
- 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup feta cheese (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water in a fine-mesh strainer.
- Cook the quinoa with water or broth by bringing it to a boil, then reducing the heat to low and simmering covered for 15 minutes.
- Cool the quinoa slightly while you prepare the other ingredients.
- Layer the quinoa in a serving bowl, then add spinach, cherry tomatoes, black beans, and avocado on top.
- Dress with olive oil and lemon juice, sprinkle with feta cheese if using, and season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.
Notes
Rinse quinoa to remove bitterness and adjust seasoning before serving.