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Mediterranean Quinoa and Egg Breakfast Bowl

Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 4 · medium

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Mediterranean Quinoa and Egg Breakfast Bowl

A nutritious and flavorful breakfast featuring quinoa, vegetables, and poached eggs, all drizzled with a vibrant olive oil and lemon dressing.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups spinach, chopped
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 8 eggs, poached
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the quinoa: In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the rinsed quinoa, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, until quinoa is tender and water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.

  2. 2

    Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.

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