Quinoa with Scrambled Omelette

Name: Quinoa with Scrambled Omelette
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 3 XL eggs; 1 large carrot; 2 garlic cloves; 1 small can sweet corn; Cooked quinoa; Oregano; Soy sauce; Extra virgin olive oil

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If you're looking for a quinoa salad drenched in mayonnaise, let me offer an alternative: my quinoa with omelette features soy sauce, with no mayo in sight. It's one of those meals I whip up when I want to sort out lunch without making a fuss in the kitchen. With eggs, carrot, garlic, and sweet corn, you get a vibrant dish for two, ready in 25 minutes if your quinoa is already cooked.

How do you make it? I start with cooked quinoa and toss the veggies with tender scrambled egg ribbons and a dash of soy sauce, which brings everything together. I love it because it's made in just one skillet and lets you repurpose whatever quinoa is sitting in the fridge. A fuss-free option for busy weekdays.

If you enjoy simple meals like this, check out my Rice with Omelette and my Quinoa with Mushrooms and Scrambled Eggs to keep your meal rotation fresh.

Prep: 10 minCook: 15 minServes: 2

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Ingredients

Here are the ingredients for 2 servings

3 XL eggs
1 large carrot
2 garlic cloves
1 small can sweet corn
Cooked quinoa
Oregano
Soy sauce
Extra virgin olive oil

Step by step

Method

1Beat the eggs and pour them into a skillet with a preheated splash of olive oil.
2Stir continuously until you get broken scrambled omelette pieces, then set aside.
3In that same skillet, cook the julienned carrot.
4Once softened, toss in the finely minced garlic.
5Before the garlic turns golden, add the drained canned corn.
6Sauté briefly, then fold in the pre-cooked quinoa and the scrambled omelette, tossing everything together.
7Finally, season with dried oregano to taste and a splash of soy sauce.
8Toss again and cook for a couple of minutes so all the flavors come together.

Tips and tricks

BATCH COOKING

Cooked quinoa keeps fresh in the fridge for 2-3 days.

You can freeze cooked quinoa without any trouble, as long as it's drained very well first.

Frequently asked questions

How long does cooked quinoa keep in the fridge?

Cooked quinoa will keep for 2-3 days in the fridge inside an airtight container. That way you can prep it ahead and pull it out when making this dish.

Can I freeze quinoa to make this recipe another day?

Yes, you can freeze cooked quinoa, as long as it is thoroughly drained. I recommend freezing it in portions and thawing it in the fridge before using.

How can I make this quinoa and omelette dish gluten-free?

Simply replace the soy sauce with a certified gluten-free soy sauce or tamari. Be sure to check the labels on the rest of your ingredients to make sure they're safe as well.