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High Protein Healthy Egg Scramble with Quinoa

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This High Protein Quinoa Egg Scramble is my FAVORITE go to breakfast when I want eggs! #eggs #breakfast #protein #quinoa #krollskorner #yummy #healthy

This Healthy Egg Scramble is always my “I’m feeling like eggs today” go-to breakfast.

I like it because I know I am getting in at least 20g of protein first thing in the morning and it keeps me satisfied longer than maybe just a bowl of cereal.

Plus, regular ol’ scrambled eggs can be such a bore.

Quinoa is a healthy and simple scrambled egg stir-in that turns your breakfast into a satisfying, high-protein meal.

Add in fresh herbs (I love basil), any chopped veggies you’d like and some cheese for the perfect hint of saltiness.

Healthy egg scrambles like this make breakfast feel special and it’s so easy to make!

Ingredients you will need for this healthy egg scramble:

all of the ingredients need to make a healthy egg scramble

Very basic ingredients are needed for this scramble:

  • Quinoa: I cook 1 cup of quinoa according to package directions. This way, I can have enough quinoa for the week to make more scrambles.
  • Eggs: I add 2 eggs to my scrambles but it’s up to you and how hungry you are. I usually make 4 eggs for my hubby!
  • Spinach: Chopped, fresh spinach is best. However, you can add really any vegetable you prefer: kale, bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, asparagus, etc.
  • Cheese: Mozzarella, white cheddar and Parmesan are all delicious options.
  • Garlic: I love garlic so I add about 2-3 cloves per serving! You can omit if you don’t prefer it in your eggs.
  • Basic seasonings: salt & pepper! You can add in basil, dill, chives or thyme too!
quinoa, eggs and spinach scramble on a plate

How to make a high protein healthy egg scramble

It’s so easy!

  1. Over medium heat, heat Extra Virgin Olive Oil and garlic in small frying pan.
  2. Whisk eggs in a small bowl and pour into the pan.
  3. Once eggs start to cook, add in the spinach, cheese, cooked quinoa and mix together. Season with salt and pepper. Garish with more cheese and any fresh herbs you may have on hand! (basil or microgreens are yummy options.) 

This High Protein Quinoa Egg Scramble is…

  • Easy to make
  • Rich in protein
  • Low carb 
  • Fresh
  • Satisfying 
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Enjoy with some fresh fruit and a cup of coffee! 🙂

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This High Protein Quinoa Egg Scramble is my FAVORITE go to breakfast when I want eggs! #eggs #breakfast #protein #quinoa #krollskorner #yummy #healthy
4.63 from 35 reviews

High Protein Healthy Egg Scramble with Quinoa

Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 5 minutes
Total: 10 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
A delicious and nutritious high protein breakfast to kick start your day!

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs, slightly beaten
  • 2 Tbsp. shredded mozzarella (or Parmesan)
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1 Tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1/4 cup cooked quinoa
  • pinch salt and pepper
  • 2 Tbsp. microgreens or fresh basil (optional)

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Instructions 

  • Over medium heat, heat olive oil and garlic in small frying pan.
  • Whisk eggs in a small bowl and pour into the pan.
  • Once eggs starts to cook add in the spinach, cheese and quinoa. Mix together. Season with salt and pepper. Garish with more cheese and any fresh herbs you prefer.

Equipment

Wooden spoon
Small bowl

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Notes

If I have it in the fridge I sometimes add in…bell pepper, tomato, onion, or hot sauce 🙂

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1scramble, Calories: 446kcal (22%)

Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is automatically calculated. It should only be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. Ingredients can vary and Kroll’s Korner can’t make any guarantees to the accuracy of this information.

 
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Jessica

I was curious about using quinoa in an egg scramble and found your recipe. I followed exactly and added fresh dill and chives. This was SO DELICIOUS! Will definitely be making this again and again. Thank you!!

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Heather

I absolutely love it! I was looking for a healthy breakfast option to use some leftover quinoa and this is perfect! I will be eating it often! I didn’t have spinach so used some kale instead and it is still delicious

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Deb

I didn’t have any quinoa on hand, so I made it without, and it was still yummy!

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Akvilė

Very good! Thank you!

Bob Panker

I went with provolone, more of a blend than a melt, garlic cheat a shake, bell, onion, spinach and had made the quinoa with a shake of cayenne. One board, one knife, one pan and a tool to mix. Whoa, nice and straight forward way easy, and clean up, barely noticed it. We all seen The Big Bang. ROCK SHOW!
The only measuring was what came out of the shells. Oh did I mention, good stuff!

Candy

I’m so glad I found this recipe. I’ve always loved breakfast , finding this recipe even makes it better.

Thanks again

Candy

I love this high protein egg scramble. I have made this several times

Thanks again

Jo

So simply and delicious. With quinoa made in advance this tool less than 5 minutes.

chris

I am so happy that I found your site. I have been having a problem with my leftovers, or eggs and leftovers won out every time until now. I never would have thought to put quinoa in scrambled eggs. The high protein quinoa egg scramble taste wonderful and fills you up. I love quinoa but I could not find the right recipe for breakfast until now and I will be happy to eat it every other day. Thank You so Much

Zeli

Love your cooking suggestions!

Thank you – Zeli