This is a great all-in-one meal that ticks all the right boxes for containing quality sources of protein, carbohydrate, and fat, making it an excellent recovery meal.
Health Benefits
Quinoa is an ancient seed that is naturally gluten-free, rich in protein compared to other seeds and grains and has a low glycaemic index.
Expert Tips
This recipe workS well with any sort of protein, feel free to mix and match!
Equipment
Frying pan
Whisk
Ingredients
6Free-range egg
40gFeta cheese(crumbled)
60gQuinoa(uncooked)
1handfulBaby spinach
100gBacon (ham or chicken)
1tspButter
3
Instructions
Cook quinoa according to your preferred method.
Whisk eggs and add in the cooked quinoa, feta cheese, spinach and bacon, ham or chicken.
Heat an ovenproof frying pan and melt the butter.
Pour mixture into the pan and cook for two minutes on high heat.
Transfer the pan to the oven and bake at 180°C for 15 minutes or until the middle is firm.
Remove from the oven, taking care of the hot handle and serve.
Notes
1 portion of "Quinoa Frittata" is the equivalent to 189g.