Peruvian Quinoa and Avocado Breakfast Bowl

Wake up to a nourishing Peruvian-inspired breakfast with a delightful blend of quinoa, creamy avocado, fresh veggies, and a touch of lime. This breakfast bowl is not only filling but packed with protein and healthy fats to kickstart your day!

Peruvian Quinoa and Avocado Breakfast Bowl

Nutrition Information Per Serving

322g
Calories
6g
Protein
38g
Carbs
16g
Fat
9g
Fiber

Peruvian Quinoa and Avocado Breakfast Bowl

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Prep15 min
Cook20 min
Yields2 servings
Difficultyeasy

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder (optional)

Preparation

  • 1.

    In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes, or until quinoa is fluffy and water is absorbed.

  • 2.

    Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

  • 3.

    In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa with the diced avocado, tomato, red onion, lime juice, cilantro, salt, pepper, and spices (if using). Gently toss to combine everything.

  • 4.

    Serve in bowls and garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges on the side, if desired.

Complete Nutrition Information

Macronutrients

Fiber:9.4g
Sugar:1.4g
Added Sugar:0g
Saturated Fat:2.3g
Trans Fat:0g
Cholesterol:0mg
Sodium:5mg

Vitamins

Vitamin A:66mcg
Vitamin C:19.3mg
Vitamin D:0mcg
Vitamin E:2.1mg
Vitamin K:20.3mcg
Thiamin (B1):0.2mg
Riboflavin (B2):0.1mg
Niacin (B3):1.6mg
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
Folate:67mcg
Vitamin B12:0mcg

Minerals

Calcium:34mg
Iron:2.3mg
Magnesium:61mg
Phosphorus:118mg
Potassium:643mg
Zinc:1.1mg
Copper:0.3mg
Manganese:0.6mg
Selenium:0mcg

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