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Quinoa Black Bean Egg Scramble

This quinoa black bean egg scramble is a nourishing, meal prep friendly dish built from simple, wholesome ingredients. The fluffy quinoa is high in plant protein and fiber and acts as the base for this dish. Fresh red bell pepper adds a pop of color and a touch of sweetness, and black beans and scrambled eggs round out this satisfying breakfast. Easy enough to prep ahead and take with you on the go!
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Course: Breakfast
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 470kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried quinoa
  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil (divided)
  • 2 red bell peppers (chopped)
  • ½ tsp. salt (divided)
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • 14.5 oz canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 8 eggs
  • ½ avocado
  • 1/2 lime (juiced)
  • green onions (optional)

Instructions

  • First, cook your quinoa: Add 1 cup dried quinoa and 2 cups water to a pan and bring to a boil. Once a boil is reached, reduce heat to a low simmer, cover and cook for 12 minutes. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
  • While quinoa is cooking, cook the bell peppers: Warm a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add ½ Tbsp. olive oil. Once oil is hot, add the chopped red bell peppers and ¼ tsp. salt and black pepper. Cook until soft.
  • Add black beans to the cooked bell peppers and heat until warmed through. Once quinoa is finished cooking, stir it in with the bell pepper and black beans. Plate the quinoa mixture or place it in a container and set aside. Return skillet to stovetop.
  • To a large bowl, add 8 eggs and whisk with a fork. Add remaining ½ Tbsp. olive oil to the pan. Once oil is hot, add whisked eggs and scramble, using a rubber spatula. Once scrambled, remove from heat and let cool.
  • In a small bowl with a lid, add avocado, lime juice and a pinch of salt. Mash using a fork, until avocado is smooth.
  • Evenly distribute the quinoa mixture and scrambled eggs into four microwave-safe storage containers. Cover and place in the fridge along with the avocado lime sauce.
  • To reheat: Remove one make-ahead meal from the fridge and remove lid. Warm in the microwave, in 30-60 second intervals until heated through. Add additional salt and pepper as needed, top with green onion and serve with a side of avocado lime sauce.

Notes

  • Enjoy within 3-4 days. This recipe serves 2 people for 2 days.
  • Cook ground turkey and add to the skillet for even more protein.
  • To add a spicy kick, use chopped fresh or canned jalapeños.

Nutrition

Calories: 470kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 24gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 327mgSodium: 765mgPotassium: 933mgFiber: 13gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2389IUVitamin C: 84mgCalcium: 115mgIron: 6mg
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Nutrition Facts
Quinoa Black Bean Egg Scramble
Amount per Serving
Calories
470
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
19
g
29
%
Saturated Fat
 
4
g
25
%
Trans Fat
 
0.03
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
4
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
9
g
Cholesterol
 
327
mg
109
%
Sodium
 
765
mg
33
%
Potassium
 
933
mg
27
%
Carbohydrates
 
52
g
17
%
Fiber
 
13
g
54
%
Sugar
 
3
g
3
%
Protein
 
24
g
48
%
Vitamin A
 
2389
IU
48
%
Vitamin C
 
84
mg
102
%
Calcium
 
115
mg
12
%
Iron
 
6
mg
33
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.