Easy Quinoa Egg Bites

5 from 10 votes

Ready for a simple, make-ahead breakfast that's great for on-the-go? These Easy Quinoa Egg Bites are just the ticket to fuel you for the morning.

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Appetizer, Breakfast, Main Course, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 38kcal

Author: Jessica Fisher

Ingredients

4 egg
salt
black pepper
¾ cup cooked quinoa
1 head broccoli cut into small florets, 1 ¼ cup
4 oz cheddar cheese (shredded) (1 cup)
1 green onion chopped

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350. If using a muffin pan that needs greasing, spray it with nonstick cooking spray.
Beat the eggs in a large mixing bowl and season to taste with salt and pepper. Add the mix-ins. Stir well to combine.
4 egg, salt, black pepper, ¾ cup cooked quinoa, 1 head broccoli, 4 oz cheddar cheese (shredded), 1 green onion
Scoop the mixture into mini muffin pans. Bake for 20 minutes. Remove to a rack or platter and serve.

Notes

Serving Suggestions: I like to serve these bites at dinner with a green salad or soup, but they're also good at breakfast with regular breakfast foods.

Shop Your Kitchen: There are so many different subs you can consider based on what you have.

Use chopped ham, bacon, or other cooked protein.
Vary the cheeses or use whatever little bits you find in the fridge.
Other veggies can be used instead of broccoli. Try sauteed bell pepper, onion, shallots, leeks, kale, spinach, and/or asparagus.

To Make a Meal Prep: I often prepare this dish in plastic meal prep dishes for easy breakfasts or lunches during the week. Prep the recipe as directed, allow the steam to blow off. Divide the bites into 4 to 8 servings. Cover and chill until ready to serve. Consume within 4 days.

Freeze Extra for Later:

To freeze: allow the bites to cool completely. Wrap, label, and chill in the refrigerator until very cold before storing in the freezer.

To serve: reheat in the microwave or allow to thaw in the refrigerator to eat cold or at room temperature.

Make a Plan for Leftovers: Promptly store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator, for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave. If you store your leftovers in clear containers, they’re more likely to get eaten.

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