Quinoa Salad With Poached Eggs Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness.
• STEP 2.In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil and add the rinsed quinoa. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and the water is absorbed.
• STEP 3.While the quinoa is cooking, prepare the vegetables. Chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell peppers into bite-sized pieces.
• STEP 4.In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa and chopped vegetables. Toss well to mix.
• STEP 5.To poach the eggs, bring a pot of water to a gentle simmer. Crack each egg into a small bowl or ramekin. Create a gentle whirlpool in the simmering water and carefully slide the eggs into the center. Cook for 3-4 minutes for a soft poached egg.
• STEP 6.Using a slotted spoon, carefully remove the poached eggs from the water and place them on top of the quinoa salad.
• STEP 7.Season the salad with salt, pepper, and your choice of herbs or dressing.
• STEP 8.Serve the quinoa salad with poached eggs immediately and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to rinse the quinoa thoroughly before cooking to remove the natural coating called saponin, which can make it taste bitter.
• Feel free to add other vegetables or herbs to the salad, such as avocado, spinach, or fresh basil, to customize the flavors.
• For a creamier dressing, you can mix Greek yogurt or tahini with lemon juice and olive oil.
• To make the poached eggs ahead of time, you can poach them and then transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. When ready to serve, reheat them in hot water for a minute or two.

Storage and Serving

• This quinoa salad with poached eggs is best served fresh and warm.
• If you have leftovers, store the quinoa salad and poached eggs separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator.
• The quinoa salad will stay fresh for up to 3 days, while the poached eggs are best consumed within 1-2 days.
• When ready to serve the leftovers, gently reheat the quinoa salad in the microwave or on the stovetop and top it with a freshly poached egg.