The Breakfast Bowl
Healthy and Unique Breakfast Bowl Recipe
Health Benefits of a Healthy Breakfast Bowl
A well-balanced breakfast bowl offers numerous health benefits, making it an excellent choice to start your day. Here’s how the ingredients contribute to your overall health:
Quinoa: This superfood is a complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids. It’s also high in fiber, magnesium, B vitamins, iron, potassium, calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin E.
Vegetables: Cherry tomatoes, spinach, and bell peppers are rich in vitamins A and C, which support the immune system and promote healthy skin. They also provide antioxidants that help fight inflammation and protect against chronic diseases.
Avocado: Packed with healthy fats, particularly monounsaturated fats, avocados help reduce bad cholesterol levels and are beneficial for heart health. They are also a good source of vitamins E, K, and B6, folate, magnesium, and potassium.
Eggs: High in protein, eggs help with muscle repair and growth. They are also rich in choline, which is important for brain health, and contain antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin, which support eye health.
Greek Yogurt Dressing: Greek yogurt is a great source of protein and probiotics, which promote gut health. It’s also rich in calcium, which is essential for bone health.
Seeds: A mix of seeds, such as chia, flax, or pumpkin seeds, adds fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and various micronutrients. These nutrients support heart health, reduce inflammation, and provide a steady source of energy.
Combining these ingredients into a breakfast bowl not only makes for a delicious meal but also ensures you get a range of nutrients to fuel your body for the day ahead.
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Healthy Breakfast Bowl Recipe
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Frying pan
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Mixing bowls
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa rinsed
- 2 cups water
- 1 avocado sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cup spinach leaves
- 1 small cucumber diced
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: sliced radishes sprouts, chia seeds
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked and water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- While the quinoa is cooking, heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Crack the eggs into the pan and cook until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny, or to your desired doneness.
- Prepare the vegetables by slicing the avocado, halving the cherry tomatoes, dicing the cucumber, and washing the spinach leaves.
- In two bowls, divide the cooked quinoa evenly. Arrange the avocado slices, cherry tomatoes, spinach leaves, and cucumber on top of the quinoa.
- Place a cooked egg on top of each bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add any optional toppings like sliced radishes, sprouts, or chia seeds.
- Serve immediately and enjoy a healthy start to your day.
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