Quinoa, Spinach and Poached Egg Recipe

Name: Quinoa, Spinach and Poached Egg
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 allspice berry; 1 clove; 8 coriander seeds; ⅛ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon; Half of a 12-ounce bunch of fresh spinach, stemmed and washed thoroughly, or 1 bag baby spinach, rinsed; Salt; freshly ground pepper; 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil; 3/4 cup cooked quinoa; 1 or 2 eggs to taste, poached (see above); 1/4 ounce (1 tablespoon) crumbled feta, or 1 to 2 tablespoons drained yogurt, seasoned, if desired, with pureed garlic

Servings: persons

1 allspice berry
1 clove
8 coriander seeds
⅛ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Half of a 12-ounce bunch of fresh spinach, stemmed and washed thoroughly, or 1 bag baby spinach, rinsed
Salt
freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
3/4 cup cooked quinoa
1 or 2 eggs to taste, poached (see above)
1/4 ounce (1 tablespoon) crumbled feta, or 1 to 2 tablespoons drained yogurt, seasoned, if desired, with pureed garlic

1
Grind the allspice berry, clove and coriander seeds in a spice mill or a mortar and pestle.
2
Add the nutmeg and cinnamon and mix together.
3
Set aside.
4
Heat a wide, heavy skillet over high heat and wilt the spinach in the water left on the leaves after rinsing.
5
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
6
Transfer to a colander, and press out excess water with the back of a large spoon.
7
Chop coarsely and set aside.
8
Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet and add the spices.
9
As soon as they begin to sizzle, add the quinoa and stir together for a couple of minutes.
10
Keep warm.
11
Poach your egg or eggs if you havent already done so.
12
Arrange the quinoa in the center of a dinner plate and make a well in the middle.
13
Pile the spinach into the well.
14
Top with the poached egg or eggs and season with salt and pepper.
15
Sprinkle on the feta or spoon on the garlic-spiked yogurt and enjoy.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 allspice berry, 1 clove, 8 coriander seeds, ⅛ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg, and more.

Yes, Quinoa, Spinach and Poached Egg falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Quinoa, Spinach and Poached Egg

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