Yield: 1 serving
Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
2/3 cup water
1/3 cup quinoa, rinsed
1/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 large egg
1/2 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup loosely packed basil leaves
1/2 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced
Balsamic glaze
Instructions:
Place water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil; add quinoa and 1/8 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender, 12-15 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat a small nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Break egg into pan; reduce heat to low. Sprinkle with remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt and pepper. Cook until white is set and yolk begins to thicken, turning once if desired.
Fluff quinoa with a fork; place in a serving bowl. Top with tomatoes, basil, avocado and cooked egg. Drizzle with balsamic glaze.
Source: Taste of Home