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Colorful Spring Brunch Bowl with Roasted Veggies & Eggs - Fresh, Simple, Satisfying

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • Vegetables: 1 bunch asparagus, 4–5 small carrots, 6–8 radishes, 1 small red onion, 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • Greens: 2 cups arugula or baby spinach
  • Grains (optional but great): 2 cups cooked quinoa, farro, or brown rice
  • Eggs: 4 large eggs
  • Pantry: Olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh herbs: Dill and/or parsley
  • Citrus: 1 lemon
  • Yogurt sauce: 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 small garlic clove, 1–2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon zest and juice
  • Crunchy topping (optional): Toasted seeds (pumpkin or sunflower) or crumbled feta

Instructions
 

  • Heat the oven: Preheat to 425°F (220°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment for easier cleanup.
  • Prep the veggies: Trim asparagus ends. Halve or quarter the radishes. Peel and slice carrots into thin coins or sticks. Slice the red onion into wedges. Leave cherry tomatoes whole.
  • Season and arrange: Toss all veggies with 2–3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder. Spread in a single layer, keeping tomatoes grouped together so they don’t overcook.
  • Roast: Bake for 18–22 minutes, stirring halfway. You want tender-crisp asparagus, caramelized carrots and onions, and burst tomatoes. If anything cooks faster, pull it off early.
  • Cook the grains: If using, warm your cooked quinoa, farro, or rice. A quick skillet toss with a splash of water or stock works well. Season lightly with salt and a squeeze of lemon.
  • Make the lemon-herb yogurt: In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon olive oil, zest of 1/2 lemon, 1–2 teaspoons lemon juice, a small grated garlic clove, and 1–2 tablespoons chopped dill or parsley. Season with salt and pepper. Thin with a teaspoon of water if needed. It should be spoonable, not runny.
  • Cook the eggs, your way: Jammy boiled: Bring water to a boil, gently lower in eggs, cook 7 minutes, then transfer to ice water. Peel and halve.
  • Fried: Heat a little olive oil, crack in eggs, cook until edges are crispy and yolks set to your liking.
  • Poached: Simmer water with a splash of vinegar, swirl gently, add eggs, cook 3–4 minutes.
  • Assemble the bowls: Add a handful of arugula or spinach to each bowl. Spoon in warm grains. Top with a generous mix of roasted veggies. Add eggs. Drizzle with the lemon-herb yogurt and a little olive oil. Finish with chopped herbs, a pinch of red pepper flakes, and toasted seeds or feta if you like.
  • Taste and adjust: Add a final squeeze of lemon, more salt and pepper, or extra herbs to brighten everything up.