34 Healthy Breakfast Ideas to Start Your Day 1

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so it’s worth the effort to eat a healthy one! Get inspired to eat a good breakfast every day with this list of some of the best healthy breakfast recipes that pack in plenty of great flavors, along with good nutrition. From marvelous muffins, tarted up toast, and excellent eggy breakfasts to simple smoothies and overnight oats, try some (or all) of these breakfast recipes.

  • 01of 34

     

    Avocado and Poached Egg Toast

    Avocado and Poached Egg Toast
    Leah Maroney

    Avocado toast is in the house! If there were a pageant for the most popular healthy breakfast, avocado toast might take the crown.

    The once-niche food trend has now become a mainstream American favorite for breakfast and brunch. With just a few ingredients needed, this easy, healthy breakfast recipe includes oh-so-simple tips for poaching the perfect egg that is pleasing to look at and eat.

  • 02of 34

     

    Peanut Banana Cinnamon Smoothie

    Peanut Banana Cinnamon Smoothie
    Tara Donne / Photolibrary / Getty Images

    Smoothies are an easy way to start the day and this peanut banana breakfast smoothie is no different. Kids and adults alike will cheer for the magical flavor combination of peanut butter and bananas. Just a little bit of cinnamon adds an unexpected burst of spice that brightens the whole drink.

    “Buy Organic Products Online at best prices at http://www.getgreen.co.in “.

  • 03of 34

     

    Overnight Chia Seed Oatmeal

    Overnight Chia Seed Oatmeal
    Laurel Randolph 

    Overnight oats are the perfect breakfast if you want a wholesome, homemade morning meal, but you don’t want to add anything extra to your morning routine.

    Rolled oats, milk, and a few other tasty ingredients are combined in a container and left to chill overnight in the refrigerator. The oats become soft and creamy by morning, just like slow-cooked oatmeal. Chia seeds, popular for their omega-3s and other health benefits, add a light nutty flavor. Pair that with a little maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla to add some sweetness and you are good to go!

  • 04of 34

     

    Savory Quinoa Egg Muffins With Spinach

    Savory Quinoa Egg Muffins With Spinach
    Bill Boch / Getty Images

    Quinoa adds special texture and flavor, plus lots of great protein and fiber, to these delicious little egg muffins that are suitable for vegetarians and gluten-free diets. Packed with spinach, onion, and melted cheese, these healthy breakfast egg muffins are perfect for a meatless brunch or a hand-held breakfast on the go.

  • 05of 34

     

    Tropical Acai Breakfast Bowl

    Tropical Acai Breakfast Bowl
    Leah Maroney 

    Acai bowls are a delicious, cool, and nutritious breakfast that are quick and easy to make. This complete breakfast in a bowl has an indulgent texture and flavor that’s like having healthy ice cream for breakfast. It’s perfect for those days when you need an extra boost of energy to get up and out the door.

  • 06of 34

     

    Honey Apple Toast Recipe

    Honey Apple Toast Recipe
    Leah Maroney 

    You’ll love this super quick and simple healthy breakfast with the flavors of apple cheesecake. All you need is whole grain bread, part skim ricotta cheese, a thinly sliced apple, and a little bit of honey to assemble this scrumptious, open-faced breakfast sandwich treat that includes protein (from the cheese) and vitamins to start your day off right.

  • 07of 34

     

    Spinach and Feta Breakfast Wrap

    Spinach and Feta Breakfast Wrap
    Leah Maroney  

    This hearty, healthy breakfast recipe is like a Greek omelette in a wrap. Fresh spinach, salty feta cheese, and black olives combine with scrambled eggs in a tortilla for an easy, hand-held breakfast you can eat on-the-go. Use whole wheat tortillas to boost the fiber in this protein and iron-rich breakfast.

  • 08of 34

     

    Peanut Banana Cinnamon Smoothie

    Superfood Breakfast Smoothie
    Creative RM / Heidi Coppock / Beard / Getty Images

    This filling banana breakfast smoothie is a healthy way to kick start your day. Plus, it has a sweet, cinnamon-banana flavor that will put a big smile on your face.

  • 09of 34

     

    Applesauce Bread

    Applesauce Bread
    The Spruce Eats / Kristina Vanni

    Whole wheat flour and oats make applesauce bread a healthy breakfast option. Applesauce, cinnamon, nutmeg, and walnuts give it a wonderful seasonal flavor. This recipe also freezes well, so you can make a few loaves at once.

  • 10of 34

     

    Banana Bread Bars

    Banana Bread Bars
    The Spruce Eats / Pete Scherer

    An easy make-ahead recipe, banana bread bars can provide a healthy, quick breakfast for up to a week. Toasted wheat bran and egg whites form the base, while bananas, dates, walnuts, and cinnamon provide lots of flavor. Take one with you or warm one up to enjoy with your morning coffee.

  • 11of 34

     

    Cinnamon Pancakes

    Cinnamon Pancakes
    The Spruce Eats / Kristina Vanni

    A portion of the flour in this cinnamon pancake recipe is comprised of buckwheat. Not only does that make the breakfast staple heartier than normal, but it also ramps up the nutrition. Adding cinnamon gives the pancakes a wonderful flavor that’s an ideal pairing with maple syrup, so they’re delicious, too.

  • 12of 34

     

    Instant Pot Yogurt

    Instant Pot yogurt with berries and granola.
    Diana Rattray

    Yogurt is a great way to get protein and healthy fat in your diet first thing in the morning, not to mention the active cultures. It’s also easy to make with the help of an Instant Pot. While the process is almost entirely hands-off, you’ll want to get started the day before to let the yogurt incubate and chill.

    Read Also : Scotland generating enough wind energy to power two Scotlands

  • 13of 34

     

    Banana Oatmeal Muffins

    Banana Oatmeal Muffins
     Kristina Vanni

    These muffins are full of nutrition to help start your day with a boost of energy. Bananas are high in fiber and potassium while oats are loaded with antioxidants, vitamins, and fiber as well, making these muffins beneficial to the digestive system as well as promoting heart health.

  • 14of 34

     

    Vegan Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

    Vegan Lemon and Poppyseed Muffins
    The Spruce Eats / Elaine Lemm

    For a quick, ready-to-eat breakfast, try this lemon poppy seed muffin recipe. They bake up in about 30 minutes, require just a handful of ingredients, and are both healthy and vegan. The refreshing taste is perfect for spring and summer, and you can take one along with you for an afternoon snack.

  • 15of 34

     

    Chicken Omelet

    Chicken Omelette
    Leah Maroney

    Chicken adds a meaty component to an omelet without the high fat of pork products such as bacon, sausage, and ham. This chicken omelet, with nutty Gruyere cheese and spinach, lets you head into your day with a light step.

  • 16of 34

     

    Easy Tofu Scramble Recipe

    Easy Tofu Scramble
    The Spruce

    Tofu scramble is a popular vegan breakfast dish that has a similar texture to scrambled eggs. This healthy breakfast recipe calls for onions and green bell peppers, but you can add even more nutrients by tossing in extra vegetables, such as spinach, mushrooms, and green onions. Just wrap the cooked tofu scramble in a warmed, vegan whole wheat tortilla for a fulfilling vegan breakfast burrito.

  • 17of 34

     

    Cream Cheese Pancakes

    cream cheese pancakes
    Leah Maroney

    If anyone in the family is gluten-free or on a low-carb diet, these pancakes are a delicious choice for breakfast. They are nice and delicate and come out more like crepes. Cream cheese, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract are blended to create a batter. Dust with powdered sugar and top with berries.

  • 18of 34

     

    Savory Oatmeal

    savory-oatmeal-4779928-09
    The Spruce Eats / Leah Maroney

    For an alternative to creamy grits, try this easy-to-make hearty bowl of savory oatmeal with bacon, eggs, and cheese. Quick in the kitchen and light on the wallet, the comforting flavor calls to mind your favorite weekend diner while the fiber keeps you full until lunch.

  • 19of 34

     

    Green Shakshuka

    Green Shakshuka
    Anita Schecter

    Green shakshuka replaces the typical tomato sauce with a healthy combination of broccoli rabe and spinach. Eggs cook on top until perfectly tender for a low-carb, high-protein breakfast dish.

  • 20of 34

     

    Keto Waffles

    Keto waffles
    The Spruce / Laurel Randolph

    Keto waffles swap traditional wheat flour for almond flour and almond butter for a nutty and delicious breakfast. Top with berry compote for flavors similar to a PB&J or simply drizzle with syrup. The waffles reheat well in the oven or toaster for an easy weekday meal.

  • 21of 34

     

    The Ultimate Smoked Salmon Bagel

    The Ultimate Smoked Salmon Bagel
    Grilled Cheese Social 

    When you’re craving something truly satisfying for breakfast, this ultimate smoked salmon bagel with cream cheese and smoked salmon has all the indulgent tastes and textures that make this dish a weekend favorite.

    Low-calorie pickled red onions and capers add an unexpected pop of color and salty, zingy flavors that go wonderfully well with the salmon. Use whole-grain bagels to add extra fiber to this open-face breakfast sandwich.

  • 22of 34

     

    Sweet Potato Toasts

    Sweet Potato Toasts
    The Spruce / Jennifer Perillo

    Swap the empty calories of toast for nutrient-rich sweet potato slices. Bake several ahead of time and reheat them in the toaster or under the broiler when it’s time to eat for a quick breakfast. Try topping sweet potato toasts with nut butter and banana, ricotta and berries, avocado and tomato, or hummus and chickpeas.

  • 23of 34

     

    Oatmeal Pumpkin Muffins

    Oatmeal pumpkin muffins recipe
    The Spruce Eats / Katarina Zunic

    Oatmeal pumpkin muffins with sunflower seeds make a great quick and healthy breakfast, whether you’ve got time to sit at the table or are grabbing one to go.

    Canned pumpkin in this baking recipe is packed with nutrients, including potassium, vitamin A, and iron. Adding sunflower seeds means there’s a bit of protein in these muffins too, making them perfect for vegetarians.

  • 24of 34

     

    Blueberry Vanilla Quinoa Bowl

    Blueberry Vanilla Quinoa Bowl
    Leah Maroney 

    You’ll love this super tasty and healthy breakfast bowl that includes plenty of good-for-you, plant-based protein. Blueberry and vanilla are made for each other, and they come together beautifully in this breakfast bowl. This nutritious morning treat also has a wonderfully nutty flavor, thanks to the quinoa. It’s a great healthy vegetarian breakfast.

  • 25of 34

     

    Healthy Banana Bread

    Healthy Banana Bread
     Kristina Vanni

    Some banana bread recipes have more sugar and fat than nutrition, but this version of the favorite quick bread cuts back on the bad stuff and pumps up the healthy ingredients. Oil and yogurt are swapped in for the butter and flaxseed and whole wheat flour increase the fiber. Walnuts bring a good dose of omega-3 fats, making this a good choice for breakfast on-the-go.

  • 26of 34

     

    Vanilla Citrus Fruit Salad

    Vanilla Citrus Fruit Salad
    Leah Maroney 

    Juicy, sweet, and tart chunks of pineapple, grapefruit, and orange become suddenly special when you add vanilla flavoring. You’ll be wowed by how the sweet, floral flavor of vanilla goes surprisingly well with citrus and pineapple and gives an extra little pop of flavor to a simple fruit salad. It’s easy to whip together and perfect for house guests or brunch goers.

  • 27of 34

     

    Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats

    Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats
    Leah Maroney 

    Peanut butter and jelly overnight oats are the perfect combination of your favorite sandwich flavors with the most important meal of the day! There is absolutely no cooking required, which makes this delicious recipe so easy. Protein-rich peanut butter boosts the nutritional value of this breakfast smoothie with healthy oats.

  • 28of 34

     

    Whole Wheat Pancakes

    Whole Wheat Pancakes
     Kristina Vanni

    Made with oats, yogurt, oat bran, honey, and apple, these hearty whole wheat pancakes are healthy and full of flavor. Toss in some raisins or other dried fruit and walnuts for extra flavor and nutrition. Bonus: the batter is prepped the night before, making this a quick and easy breakfast, too.

  • 29of 34

     

    Make-Ahead Frozen Breakfast Quesadillas

    Make-Ahead Frozen Breakfast Quesadillas
    The Spruce 

    Kids will run down the stairs to get their hands on these awesome vegetarian breakfast quesadillas that are packed with flavor and protein. With fluffy scrambled eggs, hearty black beans, sweet corn niblets, red onion, cilantro, cheddar cheese, and taco seasoning, these wholesome tortilla wraps are anything but the usual boring breakfast. Choose whole wheat tortillas to make them even more healthy.

  • 30of 34

     

    English Muffin Fried Egg Breakfast Pizzas

    Egg Pizza
    Katie Workman

    Pizza for breakfast has never been so nutritious! These cute and yummy fried egg breakfast “pizzas” have plenty of protein to give you serious energy.

    The fried eggs are placed atop toasted English muffins that are amped up with a little heart-healthy tomato sauce and a sprinkling of mozzarella cheese. The whole shebang is then seasoned with salt, pepper, oregano, and a dusting of grated Parmesan for a satisfying morning treat.

  • 31of 34

     

    Orange Cranberry Zucchini Bread Recipe

    Orange Cranberry Zucchini Bread Recipe
    Diana Rattray 

    Looking for a quick, healthy breakfast you can eat on-the-go? Bake up a batch of this moist and nutritious zucchini bread the night before and take a slice with you in the morning, for a super easy breakfast that’s full of goodness. A dollop of sour cream in the batter adds to the rich, pleasing taste of this zucchini bread.

  • 32of 34

     

    Swiss Muesli Recipe

    Bircher muesli
    The Spruce

    Swiss muesli is a healthy breakfast treat that’s been popular for more than a century. This recipe lets you enjoy the original Swiss recipe that made muesli a household name worldwide.

    Rolled oats, apples, hazelnuts, sweetened condensed milk, and a couple of other ingredients are all it takes to put together a delightful bowl to start your day.

  • 33of 34

     

    Scrambled Eggs With Tomatoes and Peppers

    Scrambled Eggs With Tomatoes and Peppers
    Diana Rattray 

    Heart-healthy tomatoes, fresh bell peppers, and your favorite cheese make these protein-packed scrambled eggs taste extra special. You can add extra vegetables for even more nutrition, making this a versatile breakfast option.

  • 34of 34

     

    Vegan Peanut Butter Granola Breakfast Wrap

    Vegan Peanut Butter Granola Breakfast Wrap
    Jupiter Images / Getty Images

    Here’s a great vegetarian and vegan breakfast wrap idea for kids. Although this healthy breakfast wrap recipe calls for bananas, you could also use apple slices or another fruit instead. Simply omit the honey, for a completely vegan-friendly version.

Tags: #applesandwich, #banana, #breakfast, #chiaseeds, #food, #getgreengetgrowing, #gngagritech, #grain, #greenstories, #health, #healthyfood, #nutrition, #sandwich