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11 High-Protein Breakfast Bowls for Busy Mornings

  • Author: christina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Start your day with these vibrant high-protein breakfast bowls that are quick to prepare, satisfying, and packed with nutrition.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup black beans (cooked)
  • 1 cup fresh spinach (sautéed)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 avocado (sliced)
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup salsa

Instructions

  1. 1. Cook quinoa or brown rice according to package instructions.
  2. 2. Scramble or poach the eggs until fluffy.
  3. 3. Warm the black beans in a saucepan over medium heat.
  4. 4. In a skillet, sauté spinach and cherry tomatoes over medium heat until just wilted.
  5. 5. In a large bowl, layer your base first (quinoa or brown rice).
  6. 6. Add scrambled eggs and warm black beans on top.
  7. 7. Spoon sautéed vegetables over everything.
  8. 8. Top with Greek yogurt, salsa, and slices of avocado.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 500g)
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 210mg

Keywords: - Customize your bowls by adding different vegetables or proteins based on what you have available.- For extra flavor, consider seasoning with herbs like cilantro or spices such as cumin.