Today I am giving you my healthy go-to breakfast ideas for busy mornings that will keep you full for hours.
1. Oatmeal
Make it the night before and keep refrigerated to grab going out the door. Or take a packet of Umpqua oats with you to make at work. This is my current favorite brand of instant oatmeal because it is not high in added sugars.
Adding the right mix-ins to your oatmeal can increase protein and fiber! Try some- ground flax, chia seeds, berries, nut/seed butter, and others like these to level up your morning oatmeal.
2. Smoothie
A quick blend of nutrient packed ingredients can help you get a jump start on your nutrition goals. My Pinterest page has some delicious smoothie recipes!
The biggest mistake I see with smoothies is too many carbs and not enough protein. Depending on your nutrition goals 1/2 cup to 1 cup of fruit will be enough for most people. Add foods like- oats, flax seeds, protein powder, yogurt, or spinach for added nutrients!
3. Yogurt & toppings
Greek yogurt has the most protein content, so that is usually my go-to choice. However, all yogurt will provide gut health benefits, so choose the yogurt you enjoy best!
Add toppings that are rich in fiber to balance out your nutrients. I like to add low-fat granola, pumpkin seeds, berries, or even cereal!
4. Avocado toast with hard boiled egg
All bread is not created equal! Again make a choice that will align with your goals. Typically a bread made with whole grains and limited ingredients is best for overall health.
A whole avocado can pack quite a few calories, so I recommend 1/4 to 1/2 an avocado being an adequate serving for most people. Mash it on your toast. Slice 1-2 hard boiled eggs and place them on top of your toast. Don't forget your Everything But the Bagel Seasoning for optimal satisfaction!
5. Breakfast sandwich (TODAY'S RECIPE)
It takes a little bit of prep work, but it makes breakfast a breeze in the mornings. In this recipe I added diced peppers and turkey sausage patties, but feel free to create your own version!
I like to use Thomas 100 Calorie Multigrain English muffins for my breakfast sandwiches, but you could use any wrap or bread of choice! Scroll down to check out the recipe!
Breakfast Sandwich
Prep time: 30 minutes and Cook time: 2 minutes
Nutrition info for 1 sandwich: 18 g P, 10 g F, 27 g C, 8 g Fiber
Ingredients:
6 Eggs, whisked
6 Jimmy Dean Turkey Patty(s)
2 Jalapeño Peppers, diced
1 Bell Pepper, diced
6 Multigrain Thomas English Muffin
Directions:
Prep the Breakfast casserole the night before. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Use cooking spray to lightly grease the casserole dish. Whisk 6 eggs in the casserole dish. Dice fresh vegetables or chopped veggies leftover from last week’s groceries. Add the veggies into the casserole dish with the eggs. Place 6 turkey sausage patties in the casserole dish. Bake in the oven for 30 minutes, until fully cooked. Remove casserole dish and slice into 6 equal portions.
In the morning, place 1 english muffin in the toaster oven for desired time.
Remove 1 slice of breakfast casserole and microwave for 1 minute.
Take toasted english muffin and place heated egg casserole in it to enjoy like a sandwich! Top with your favorite breakfast sandwich condiments or cheese.
No reason to skip breakfast tomorrow! You now have 5 ideas to prepare even on busy mornings.
Reply now with which option you are going to try this week!