Description
These Spinach and Fried Egg Grain Bowls are a hearty and nutritious meal featuring whole grains, sautéed spinach, creamy avocado, and a perfectly fried egg on top. Finished with a flavorful sauce, this balanced bowl is ideal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 medium avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup sliced cucumber
- 2 tablespoons hummus
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the brown rice and quinoa according to package instructions if not already prepared.
- Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the spinach and sauté until wilted, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining teaspoon of olive oil. Crack the eggs into the pan and fry to your desired doneness.
- Divide the cooked grains between two bowls.
- Top each bowl with sautéed spinach, sliced avocado, shredded carrots, cucumber, and a fried egg.
- Add a dollop of hummus and drizzle with lemon juice.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute farro or barley for brown rice or quinoa.
- Add hot sauce or a drizzle of tahini for extra flavor.
- Meal-prep friendly: prepare the grains in advance for quick assembly.
- For extra protein, add roasted chickpeas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
