I know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but sometimes it is so hard to squeeze it in! In addition to finding time to eat breakfast every morning, I want to start my day with something healthy and nutritious. So, I gathered 15 great healthy breakfast ideas, complete with recipes, that I can incorporate into my morning routine.
1. Oatmeal …
Oatmeal, when made right, can be so heart-healthy and yummy! I love to use steel cut oats, whole grains, and lots of fabulous toppings to add even more vitamins and nutrients. Also, going organic is a great option that I try when eating my oatmeal. I love this delicious oatmeal recipe.
2. Frittatas …
I love a healthy, tasty frittata in the morning. Frittatas are egg dishes that are a lot like quiche, but they can be made much more healthily without the crust. Best of all, my frittatas come together quick and easy, which is such a plus in the rushed mornings! One of my favorite recipes is this artichoke frittata from The New York Times – make the artichokes ahead to save even more morning time.
3. Pancakes …
Yes, I know… pancakes usually aren’t healthy. However, I’ve found that it is quite easy to modify a few of the traditional pancake ingredients to make them nutritious and delicious! Plus, pancakes can be cooked in only a few minutes time, and I feel so satisfied when I start my day with one! Here’s an easy pancake recipe that can be made in the blender.
4. Homemade bread …
My mom gave me a bread machine a few years ago, and I just love using it to make homemade breads. It is so easy to load it up at night, turn it on, and wake up to great homemade bread in the morning! I top my breads with margarine or healthy, sugar-free fruit preserves. Here are some tips and recipes for healthy bread machine bread.
5. Granola …
My sister-in-law swears by a homemade granola recipe that she picked up from a family she used to nanny for, and I’ll have to say – it is totally delicious! Granola is great for me because I can eat it with milk or yogurt for a dairy boost, or throw it in a bag and take it on the go if I’m running late. Plus, since it is totally customizable, it can be made to suit any taste. Here’s that great granola recipe.
6. Smoothies …
I love the smoothies you can buy at the shopping mall, but I’ve heard that they’re so high in calories and fat. So, I make my own at home. This is a great way to use up fruit that almost overripe, and I can make them to completely match my tastes at the time! I also love to freeze extras in popsicle molds so I’ll have cool treats on hot days. Here are some great smoothie recipes.
7. Yogurt …
Yogurt is a great healthy, quick fix breakfast in the morning. My favorite brand is Stonyfield , because they have organic whole milk yogurt with active cultures, and I think it really aids my digestion when I eat it. I love yogurt because I can eat it on the go, or I can dress it up with a sprinkle of homemade granola or pour a little over my homemade oatmeal.
More Great Healthy Meals Ideas:
- 10 Delicious Desserts with Least Calories …
- 12 Delicious Low Calorie Foods …
- 5 Best Low Calorie Snacks …
8. Fresh fruit …
I don’t think you can beat fresh fruit when it comes to health benefits, and there are so many delicious fruits that are just made for breakfast. They’re quick, easy, and yummy! Some of my favorite breakfast fruits are citrus fruit salad, half a grapefruit, or fresh kiwi and watermelon. Here’s a recipe for a tasty citrus and mint salad.
My breakfast is usually a can of Diet Soda… sometimes I’ll add a donut is someone has brought them into the office.
I love breakfast food for dinner and late night snacks. Bacon, Egg and Cheese sandwiches ROCK!!!!
I usually eat Special K with the strawberries…its only 110 calories and I think it’s helped me a lot of coarse Ive been exercising and eating snacks like 100 calorie Quaker Oat granola bars as well. But instead of eating something bad at night when I get that midnight snack craving I just have a bowl of Special K. No more 230 calorie snacks or breakfast foods for this soon to be bride!!
Yum….these pancaked look delish! My family likes my homemade pancakes over the packaged ones, and I add sliced apples to the batter.
You are correct, breakfast is the most important meal of the day, to give you some fuel to run on for the day.
Thank you very much for the link to my smoothie site. It has been a labor of love.
Dear Shell,
Thank YOU for your great website! :)
I can’t live without my organic oatmeal for breakfast.
I’d add some nuts, some honey, and half an apple cut into little pieces – and I swear, guys, it tastes like heaven!
Olga…. What is non-organic oatmeal? Does that include a fine medley of rocks?
I can’t bring myself to buy anything that is labeled “organic”. It just seems so counter-productive to me. I like my milk full of bovine growth hormones, my beef from super muscular cloned cows and my vegatables covered in hyper growth anti bug formulas. Better living through chemicals.
These ideas are great! If you need some quick and healthy breakfast fixes, did you know Van’s has introduced new all-natural Pancakes and French Toast Sticks ready in the toaster? They’ve also got a wide variety of frozen waffles to choose from – wheat free varieties, mini sized waffles rich in calcium for kids, Multigrain waffles or a 97% fat free option. Check it out at http://www.vansfoods.com.
Or, keep in mind Eggology’s new organic Hardboiled Eggs or their On-the-Go Egg Whites – organic scrambled egg whites ready in 95 seconds in the microwave.
Barbara’s Bakery also has a great selection of natural and organic cereals. I bet you would enjoy the Weetabix biscuit. In addition to being an excellent source of fiber and whole grains (16 grams per serving), low in fat, certified organic and providing more than 8 important vitamins and minerals – it’s a breakfast platform just asking for creative toppings.
Here’s to breakfast! -Shaina with the team at Van’s, Eggology and Barbara’s :)
Over the years I learned that breakfast is the BEST way to kick off a good day-however, eating unhealthy breakfast would be counterproductive towards starting off sharp. That’s why I fell in love with Eggology and especially their On-the-Go snacks. (www.eggology.com)
Not only do I feel healthy by eating this instead of my bagel with Nutella, I also find that my body functions a lot better when it’s been fed 100% organic/natural products. Try it and I hope you become as big of a fan as I have become! – LTWM
Stonyfield yogurt does taste great. Checkout my post
http://suburbangrandma.com/recipes/stonyfield-organic-yogurt-review/
and you will see that Stonlyfield’s low fat organic yogurt is so much healthier for you, than other non organic brands. I was surprised myself to see the comparison of calories and other details in the nutrition facts.
I add cooked oatmeal to my smoothie, plus some ground flax….it really holds me over all the way until lunch.
i start my day of with kellogs special K, its really great because it fills you up till your next meal so your dont get cravings! :)