Start your day with these delicious and hearty breakfast recipes. Each dish has over 15 grams of protein made from ingredients like eggs, Greek yogurt and smoked salmon to give you energy and help you stay full longer. In addition, these breakfasts meet heart-healthy nutritional parameters because they are sodium-conscious and focused on foods low in saturated fat, like fruits and whole grains. Recipes like Eggs Benedict Casserole and Overnight Matcha Oats with Berries are healthy and nutritious options for your morning meal.
Spinach and egg scrambled with raspberries
This easy scrambled egg with hearty bread is one of the best weight loss breakfasts. Protein-rich eggs and superfood raspberries are combined with hearty whole grain toast and nutrient-rich spinach. Protein and fiber fill you up and help you feel energized in the morning.
Spinach, peanut butter, banana smoothie
Peanut butter and bananas are a classic combination, but they’re even more delicious with the addition of tangy, probiotic-rich kefir. Plus, this peanut butter banana smoothie is laced with a touch of mildly flavored spinach to help boost your veggie intake for the day.
eggs benedict casserole
Eggs Benedict Casserole is not only delicious, hearty and filling, it also offers your favorite ingredients and flavors of Eggs Benedict in an easy-to-prepare form. We recommend making the sauce while the casserole is cooking and garnishing the final product with fresh fruit.
raspberry peach mango smoothie bowl
This healthy smoothie recipe is your gateway to the smoothie bowl craze. Create your own flavor with your favorite fruits, nuts and seeds. Be sure to use frozen fruit in step 1 to create a creamy, frosty base for your topping.
mixed berry breakfast smoothie
Smoothies are popular for breakfast, but many don’t have enough calories or nutrients to be considered a complete meal. This creamy berry smoothie has the perfect balance of protein, carbs and fat to keep you satisfied until your next meal.
Overnight Matcha Oats and Berries
Top your matcha overnight oats with blueberries and raspberries for a quick and easy breakfast.
blackberry smoothie
A blackberry smoothie with plenty of fresh berry flavor and the sweetness of banana and honey. It’s just 5 minutes from start to finish, so it’s perfect for breakfast on busy mornings. If you don’t have access to fresh blackberries, freeze them for this easy and healthy smoothie.
Black beans, rice, fried egg
With leftover brown rice, you can have breakfast on the table in no time, which is super easy. For quickness, I use canned green beans and baby spinach that require no prep work. A drizzle of hot sauce brings everything together.
Overnight quinoa pudding
This quick and easy recipe blends quinoa and chia seeds for a protein-rich dessert or breakfast to-go. This recipe uses kefir instead of milk for a boost of probiotics, and uses maple syrup to sweeten this pudding instead of refined sugar. The prep time is minimal, just leave the mixture in the fridge overnight to harden.
Breakfast beans and microwave poached eggs
In Costa Rica, this popular breakfast bean dish is called gallo pinto. It means spotted rooster and refers to the black beans in the pale rice. I use cooked barley here, but you can use any leftover cooked grains you have on hand.
vanilla cranberry overnight oatmeal
Overnight Oats simplify your morning routine while providing a hearty and nutritious breakfast. If you usually carry your breakfast on the go, you can prepare it in a 2-cup mason jar or other to-go container.
air fryer french toast sticks
For this Air Fryer French Toast recipe, cut the toast into strips. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, they are perfect for dipping in maple syrup or your favorite fruit compote.
Green pepper & cheese egg cup made with 3 ingredients
Requiring only three main ingredients: peppers, eggs, and shredded cheese, this portable baked egg is easy to assemble and perfect for meal prep. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days so that it can be reheated as needed.
Sausage and potato fritters muffins made with 3 ingredients
Made with just three main ingredients: pre-cooked chicken breakfast sausage, frozen hash browns, and eggs, these mini frittatas are quick to prepare and perfect for making ahead for breakfast all week. Look for frozen hash browns without added salt to keep sodium down.
Anti-Inflammatory Cherry and Spinach Smoothie
This healthy smoothie not only tastes great, but it also increases your daily intake of anti-inflammatory foods. Based on creamy, gut-friendly kefir, it contains cherries that lower C-reactive protein, a marker of inflammation. The heart-healthy fats found in avocados, almond butter, and chia seeds supply the body with additional anti-inflammatory compounds, while spinach provides a blend of antioxidants that scavenge harmful free radicals. Raw ginger is stimulating and contains a compound called gingerol. Preliminary research suggests that its daily intake may improve inflammatory markers of heart disease.
spanakopita breakfast sandwich
A delicious breakfast sandwich with a morning twist on the traditional spanakopita. Wilted spinach and arugula add color, while a fried egg adds extra protein. I break the egg yolk here, but if you prefer it to be more creamy, you can leave it as is (be careful when turning it over!).
acai bowl
This homemade acai bowl recipe makes a delicious breakfast anytime. Acai is very sour, so blending it with bananas, coconut water and mixed berries adds sweetness and balances the flavors. Feel free to change the toppings to your liking.
Smoked salmon and poached egg breakfast salad
Replace your morning oatmeal with a large bowl of veggies to get your daily veggie intake. This sumptuous breakfast salad is by Maya Feller of MS, RD, CDN. At a nutrition clinic in Brooklyn, New York, Feller works with patients to reduce their risk of chronic disease by practicing a whole-food diet. “A breakfast salad layered with different ingredients, including heart-healthy fats and proteins, is a great way to start the day,” she says.
