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:
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!
How to make a high protein healthy egg scramble
It’s so easy!
Over medium heat, heat Extra Virgin Olive Oil and garlic in small frying pan.
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.)
Over medium heat, heat Extra Virgin 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, quinoa and mix together. Season with salt and pepper. Garish with more cheese and any fresh herbs you prefer.
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Notes
If I have it in the fridge I sometimes add in…bell pepper, tomato, onion, or hot sauce 🙂
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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
I feel so much better when I start my day with a protein packed breakfast, totally going to try putting quinoa in my eggs. What a tasty way to get more protein.
Tawnie,
Thank you very much for the delicious breakfast bite samples today at Bar Method! Is the “Quinoa Egg Scramble” the recipe you used and then cooked into a muffin pan? I am excited to try out some more of your recipes!
-Margarita
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
Oh my goodness, thank you SO much for this comment. I am happy you found me too. Enjoy!
Love your cooking suggestions!
Thank you – Zeli
Thank you!
Gonna make this for the little guy for his first time eating quinoa!
I feel so much better when I start my day with a protein packed breakfast, totally going to try putting quinoa in my eggs. What a tasty way to get more protein.
Let me know what you think 🙂 Thank you Emily!!
I made this for breakfast and was so full and satisfied for hours!!
It always fills me up to, so happy to hear that!! Thank you!
Putting quinoa in my breakfast scramble was such a good idea! Thanks!
I’m so glad you tried it out!!
Ive never thought to add quinoa to my scrambled eggs but its now a new breakfast favorite!
A fun way to add additional protein to start your day huh?! Thank you!
Do you have the nutritional info for this recipe?
Yes – posted at the bottom of the blog post! 🙂 Enjoy!
Love this idea to make a complete meal in 1 and use up leftover quinoa (which I always have!!)
Exactly!! Thanks Chelsey! 🙂
Tawnie,
Thank you very much for the delicious breakfast bite samples today at Bar Method! Is the “Quinoa Egg Scramble” the recipe you used and then cooked into a muffin pan? I am excited to try out some more of your recipes!
-Margarita
Hi Margarita!
I am so happy you enjoyed it:)
https://krollskorner.com/recipes/egg-white-quinoa-omelette-bites/
That is the link to take you to the recipe on my blog:) This scramble is just another favorite of mine!