Healthy, easy to make, and topped with a creamy sesame dressing. This Bok Choy Breakfast Bowl makes a delicious brunch. Made with bok choy and avocado with a savory flavor, this healthy breakfast recipe is the perfect way to kick off your day!
"The quinoa was perfectly cooked and it has a creamy sesame dressing which I loved. I enjoyed it with a cup of coffee and it was perfect for a lazy Sunday brunch. So good!" -Hannah
A Quick Look At The Recipe
- ⏲️Ready In: 30 Minutes
- 👪Serves: 2
- 🍽 Calories and Protein: 561 kcals and 24 grams of protein
- 📋Main Ingredients: Quinoa, eggs, bok choy, avocado and yahini sesame dressing.
- 📖 Dietary Notes: Dairy-free, gluten-free, vegetarian-friendly, high protein and high fiber.
- ⭐ Why You'll Love It: This savory quinoa breakfast bowl is hearty, flavorful, and packed with protein to power your morning.
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If you’re someone who prefers savory breakfasts over sweet ones, this bok choy breakfast bowl is a game-changer. Instead of reaching for blueberry protein oatmeal or sweet smoothies every morning, this bowl combines fluffy quinoa, sautéed bok choy, creamy avocado, and eggs for a balanced, protein-packed breakfast that actually keeps you full.
Personally, I started making savory breakfast bowls when I realized how much better I felt starting the day with protein and vegetables instead of sugar. Now bowls like this are a regular in my kitchen because they’re quick, flexible, and easy to prep ahead, similar to these gluten-free egg muffin cups when mornings are chaotic.
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💭Why You'll Love This Recipe
Creamy texture: Thanks to the avocados and homemade tahini dressing, the combination of a chew grain with creamy dressing is delicious.
High-protein breakfast: Between the eggs and quinoa, this gluten-free breakfast bowl comes in with 24 grams of protein (minimum!).
Balanced: The bowl is the perfect blend of macros with hearty grains, rich, healthy fats, and lean protein.
Ingredients and Substitutions
A breakfast that will leave you full and fueled, just like this dairy-free egg casserole. This healthy breakfast is perfectly balanced to start off your day, just like this healthy breakfast hash recipe.
- Avocado: waking your body up with healthy fats
- Cooked Quinoa: Make sure you have cooked quinoa in the fridge to make this recipe ultra-simple to throw together (works well for this quinoa salad wrap, salmon and quinoa too!). Learn more about Is quinoa a complete protein?
- Bok choy: Giving you a nutrient boost of a low-oxalate vegetable early in the day. Here are some amazing substitutes for bok choy if you don't have any on hand!
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Variations
High-protein: If you want to add more protein to the breakfast bowl, cook some egg whites along with the eggs or toss in leftover healthy chicken bites.
Dressing: Any dressing can work for the quinoa bowl, homemade ranch, honey mustard, etc.
Vegetables: Pack more nutrients in by adding mushrooms, bell peppers, or even leftover root vegetable medley to the mix.
How To Makea Bok Choy Breakfast Bowl
Step 1: In a food processor, blend the tahini dressing ingredients until smooth.
Step 2: Sauté the bok choy until wilted.
Step 3: Cook the eggs to your personal preference.
Step 4: Assemble your bowl.
Expert Tips
Cooking the eggs for this bowl is a personal preference and can be done in a variety of ways, just like this high-protein egg scramble. Over-easy eggs make it so some of the egg yolks will mix in with the quinoa, giving it a comforting texture. However, hard-boiled or soft-boiled egg works just as well (and are easier if you're short on time!).
The tahini dressing is versatile and can be used in other recipes like my beet Buddha bowl, or just drizzled over a stir fry.
Top your dairy-free breakfast bowl with fermented vegetables or kimchi (I add this to my dairy free scrambled eggs, too) for an extra punch.
Your quinoa needs to be cooked ahead of time so that you can just reheat it and assemble the bowls.
Adjust the texture of the dressing to your preference. With the recipe listed, the dressing is very thick. Add more water if you prefer it to be thinner.
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Storing It
Store leftovers of your bowl in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 days. You can reheat it in the microwave or on the stove over low with a splash of broth, but you'll probably want to add more dressing before enjoying.
Store the leftover tahini dressing in a jar in the fridge for up to 7 days. It'll thicken up a bit as it sits.
If meal prepping the quinoa breakfast bowl, it's best to use hard-boiled eggs and store the bowl, the eggs, the avocado, and the dressing in separate containers.
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Quinoa and Bok Choy Breakfast Bowl
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Ingredients
For the bowl
- ¾ cups quinoa cooked
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 3 bok choy, baby ends sliced off
- 1 avocado
- 4 eggs
- oil for cooking
For the dressing
- ½ cup tahini
- ¼ cup sunflower seeds
- 1 garlic
- ⅓ cup avocado oil
- 2 tbs maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ¼ cup filtered water
Instructions
- In a mini food processor. Combine all the ingredients for the dressing. Blend on high until desired texture is achieved.
- Cook the quinoa according to package directions if you haven’t already. Or, reheat it in the microwave.
- Heat a pan over medium-high (use oil if needed). Add in the bok choy and cover. Cook 3-4 minutes using tongs to flip so it doesn’t burn. Bok choy should be cooked but still crunchy. Remove the lid and drizzle with sesame oil. Set aside.
- Add more oil to the pan if needed. Crack the eggs and sprinkle salt if desired. Cook to preference.
- Assemble the bowl by placing the quinoa in first, then the bok choy, eggs, and avocado. Finally, top with 1-2 tbs of the dressing and enjoy!
Notes
- To make this breakfast bowl a 15-minute meal, simply have the quinoa cooked ahead of time. This way, you just need to reheat it.
- Adjust the texture of the dressing to your preference. With the recipe listed, the dressing is very thick. Add more water if you prefer it to be thinner.
- One thing to note is that the nutrition breakdown does not include the dressing—just the bowl.
- Nutrition for dressing: 106kcal 4g carbs 2g protein 10g fat For 1 tbs
Disclaimer:
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"
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Hannah says
The quinoa was perfectly cooked and it has a creamy sesame dressing which I loved. I enjoyed it with a cup of coffee and it was perfect for a lazy Sunday brunch. So good!
fitasamamabear says
Glad you liked it!
Ashley says
As a fan of savory breakfasts I was excited to try this quinoa bowl recipe and it was so delicious. The avocado added a creamy texture and the bok choy had a nice crunch which is my fav part. I topped mine with roasted veges and it was a good way to start the day!
fitasamamabear says
Mm roasted veggies makes everything yum.
Alice says
I am a morning person and I always need food in my tummy before I start my day. This recipe is so quick and easy. It's my new favorite breakfast, and I never would have thought to use bok choy for breakfast without this.
fitasamamabear says
The bok choy is a nice (green!) twist for sure.
Anne says
The dressing is so good! It does make a complete meal specially on busy work from home days. It is healthy, filling and satisfying. I am actually having a list of your recipes already! Everything is easy and delicious!
fitasamamabear says
One of my favorites too!
Meghan says
I've been looking for something a little heartier for breakfast, and this is such a winner! Love the addition of bok choy.
fitasamamabear says
Glad you enjoyed it!
nancy says
thanks for the savoury option! I love this and looks so warm and easy on the stomach!
fitasamamabear says
Yes! Such a comforting meal
Vanessa says
I love savoury breakfast options. This is fantastic and the dressing is so yum!
AmyG says
Love this healthy breakfast and fantastic change from sugary cereal.
AmyG says
Love that this isn't the traditional sweet breakfast cereal. I love getting ideas for healthy breakfasts and this hit the spot. I loved it!
fitasamamabear says
Yes! It takes some prep (cooking quinoa) but totally worth the switch up from the normally same old.
Sharon says
I've been known to poach a couple of eggs and throw them on top of some leftover quinoa for a quick meal, but this recipe takes that to another level! I love the idea of the sesame dressing and I can't wait to try it.
fitasamamabear says
The dressing is AMAZING lol I use it on everything 😛