High-Protein Breakfast with Eggs and Quinoa
A nutritious and satisfying high-protein breakfast featuring eggs, Greek yogurt, spinach, and quinoa. Perfect for busy mornings or leisurely brunches.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 Eggs
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 cups Spinach
- 1 cup Quinoa
- 1/2 cup Cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup Cheese (your preference)
- 1 Avocado
- 4 slices Whole grain bread or wraps
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients: Rinse and chop your veggies. Cook the quinoa according to the package instructions.
- Cook the eggs: Heat a bit of oil in a pan over medium heat. Scramble or fry the eggs to your preference.
- Mix ingredients: In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt and spinach. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Layer it up: On a plate, start with your choice of whole grain bread or a wrap. Add the cooked quinoa, then the scrambled eggs.
- Final touches: Top with a dollop of cottage cheese or slices of avocado, then sprinkle your choice of cheese on top. Serve fresh alongside sliced tomatoes or fresh fruit for added flavor!
Notes
For a colorful presentation, arrange sliced tomatoes and fresh fruit artistically next to your breakfast creation. Drizzle a bit of olive oil or balsamic vinegar over your tomatoes for extra zest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 300mg
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