Breakfast Recipes
Everyone goes crazy for corn and tomatoes in August, but there’s one unsung veggie that’s at its peak right now too… Eggplant! I’m planning to cook with it as much as I can this month, starting by making my all-time favorite eggplant recipe: this eggplant Parmesan. The re
cipe is based on my mom’s, and it brings back all the memories I have of her eggplant Parmesan as a kid. Smelling the rich, cheesy aroma as she pulled it out of the oven, digging into the tender eggplant at the table next to my sister. I’ve been making this recipe in…
- The crispy eggplant is baked, not fried. I love this approach because it allows you to use slightly less oil. I also think it’s easier! I’d much rather put all the eggplant on a sheet pan and slide it into the oven at once than fry batch after batch on the stove.
- It uses fresh mozzarella. I love how the cheese’s richness and creaminess balance the tangy tomato sauce.
- Herbs give it delicious depth of flavor. I use thyme and oregano in the breading for the eggplant and shower basil on top. They add a lovely freshness to this comforting dish.
Want to try this recipe? Here are a few tips:
You don’t have to sweat the eggplant (but you can). The #1 question I get asked about this recipe is whether you need to sweat the eggplant. I don’t find it necessary (I literally never do it), but if you want to, you can! In that case, I’d reduce the salt in the breading mixture to ¼ teaspoon so that the eggplant doesn’t get too salty.
Homemade and store-bought marinara sauce both work great. I adore my homemade marinara sauce in this recipe, but admittedly, it’s a lot simpler to make with store-bought. I’ve used jarred sauce many times. Rao’s is my favorite.
categories: oats, eggs, smoothies, bowls, quick breads, pancakes & waffles, breakfast tacos, breakfast cookies, toast, muffins & scones, and bars & balls. Whether you’re someone who craves something savory or sweet first thing in the morning, or whether you like to enjoy breakfast at home or grab it and go, you’re sure to find some healthy breakfast ideas you love.
Healthy Breakfast Oats
Oats are loaded with fiber, so they’re a great healthy breakfast!
If you’re like me, though, you might run the risk of getting stuck in an oat rut. In college, I ate plain instant oatmeal every day. After four years, I couldn’t stand the stuff. To avoid oat burnout, make sure to vary your toppings! Any nut butter, fresh fruit, dried fruit, yogurt, nut, seed, or jam is fair game. Savory oatmeal is delicious too.
You can also change up how you prepare your oats. Make baked oatmeal or homemade granola, or prep a big batch of overnight oats for quick breakfasts throughout the week. Find these and more oat recipes below:
Overnight Oats (pictured above)
Baked Oatmeal
How to Make Oatmeal
Instant Pot Steel-Cut Oats
Savory Oatmeal
Whole Oat Porridge
Homemade Granola
Egg Breakfast Recipes
If you’re someone who wants to prioritize protein in your breakfast, egg recipes are a great choice. Make a quick omelet, scrambled eggs, or fried eggs in the morning, or try one of the recipes below to change things up. Make egg bites for a portable breakfast option, for example. On days when you have more time, start the day with a big breakfast casserole or shakshuka.
Healthy Breakfast Smoothies
Smoothies are some of the best breakfast recipes, as they pack a big serving of fruits and veggies into your first meal of the day. Through years of making smoothies, I’ve found that a handful of spinach is almost undetectable, so toss some into a fruit smoothie 
for extra nutrients! Alternatively, blend in a superfood like hemp seeds, nut butter, matcha, or maca powder for an extra healthy kick.
Make your smoothie the night before and store it in the fridge for a grab & go breakfast, or prep individual smoothie packs. Portion out the fruit, veggie, and superfood ingredients for a single smoothie into a container, prepping for as many days as you like at once.
Healthy Breakfast Bowls
If you’re looking for some new, out-of-the-box breakfast ideas, a breakfast bowl might be the thing for you. In this category, almost anything goes. When I’m making a savory bowl, I top rice or farro with a soft-boiled egg, vegetables (leftover roasted Brussels sprouts, butternut squash, cauliflower, etc.) and a flavorful sauce like pesto or tzatziki. My sweet bowls vary. Sometimes I’m in the mood for chia pudding. On other days, I’ll top quinoa with almond milk, cinnamon, and fresh fruit and call it a meal.
Tamago Kake Gohan (Avocado & Egg Brown Rice Bowls – pictured above)
Farmers Market Breakfast Bowls
Chia Seed Pudding
Cinnamon Quinoa Breakfast Bowl
Bread Breakfast Ideas
Quick Bread Breakfast Recipes
Moist, comforting, and lightly sweet, quick bread is a delectable breakfast option. In the summer, I almost always have individual slices of zucchini bread in my freezer. In the fall and winter, pumpkin bread and banana bread take its place. Enjoy a thick slice of your favorite quick bread on its own, or top it with a dollop of Greek yogurt and seasonal fruit for extra staying power.
Healthy Banana Bread (pictured above)
Zucchini Bread
Pumpkin Bread
Chocolate Zucchini Bread
Lemon Blueberry Bread
Healthy Breakfast Ideas
Pancake & Waffle Breakfast Ideas
Pancakes and waffles may not be something you can whip up every morning of the week, but unlike their cousin French toast, these breakfast recipes keep well if you make them ahead and freeze them. So double your weekend batch of pancakes or waffles, and freeze the leftovers for busy mornings! When you’re ready to eat, pop them in the toaster or microwave to thaw. Enjoy with maple syrup!
Vegan Banana Pancakes (pictured above)
Pumpkin Pancakes
Blueberry Pancakes
Almond Flour Pancakes
Oatmeal Pancakes
Gluten Free Pancakes
Homemade Waffles
Healthy Breakfast tacos
Healthy Breakfast Tacos and Burritos
After years of living in Austin, breakfast tacos are my favorite healthy breakfast. Most often, I scramble eggs with spinach and top them with avocado, hot sauce, and pico de gallo. But all sorts of variations are fair game here! Add vegetables like roasted sweet potatoes :max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/__opt__aboutcom__coeus__resources__content_migration__serious_eats__seriouseats.com__images__2016__07__20160729-sweet-breakfast-recipes-roundup-07-84f8d9fa70c942c08061cbe17e84a009.jpg)
or vegan shiitake bacon, or use a different salsa. Have fun making your breakfast tacos your own!
I also love a breakfast burrito first thing in the morning. Instead of making these from scratch on a weekday, I prep them on the weekend and freeze them so that I can quickly thaw them during the week.
Breakfast Tacos (pictured above)
Healthy Green Breakfast Tacos (recipe below)
Breakfast Burrito
Vegan Breakfast Burrito
Healthy Breakfast Cookies
Healthy Breakfast Cookies
Breakfast cookies are the perfect on-the-go morning treat. Ingredients like flax, oats, nuts, seeds, and even quinoa fill them with protein, healthy fats, and fiber. In addition to the fruit and veggie variations listed below, I love the Banana Bread Breakfast Cookies on page 35 of Love and Lemons Every Day. These breakfast recipes are great ones to make ahead of time and freeze for busy mornings. To thaw, pop them in the microwave for 8 to 10 seconds, and head out the door!
Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies (pictured above)
Quinoa Breakfast Cookies
Carrot Cake Cookies
Breakfast sandwich ideas
Sandwich & Toast Breakfast Ideas
If you’re looking for tried and true easy breakfast ideas, toast is the thing for you! Pop a slice of whole grain bread in the toaster, and load it up with your favorite seasonal toppings. I like to start with a creamy spread and then add a layer of roasted or raw veggies, fruit, and/or fresh herbs. I’m a diehard fan of avocado toast, but hummus, ricotta, and nut butter are good starting points for making delicious toast too.Or, swap the bread for an English muffin or bagel, and make a breakfast sandwich! The recipe below freezes well, so it’s a great healthy breakfast for meal prep.
Avocado Toast
Breakfast Sandwich (pictured above)
Healthy breakfast ideas - Lemon poppy seed muffins
Healthy Breakfast Muffins and Scones
When I was growing up, chocolate chip muffins were a breakfast staple in our house. Muffins are still one of my favorite ways to start the day, but I don’t just limit myself to chocolate chip. I love all the recipes below!
Like other healthy breakfast baked goods, muffins and scones freeze well. I like to keep a frozen stash on hand at all times.
Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins (pictured above)
Blueberry Muffins
Healthy Banana Muffins
Carrot Muffins
Zucchini Muffins
Apple Muffins
Blueberry Scones
Healthy Breakfast Bars
Bars & Balls Breakfast Ideas
If you’re someone who loves to start your day with a granola bar, try swapping out the packaged kind for ones you make at home. All of these recipes are simple, made with good-for-you ingredients that combine to make delicious, nutritious morning treats. Like baked goods, these bars and balls keep well in the freezer, so prep a batch to have on hand for easy healthy breakfasts and snacks!
Pistachio Oat Squares (pictured above)
Homemade Granola Bars
Energy Balls
Looking for more healthy breakfast ideas?
Check out this list of my favorite brunch recipes or best vegan breakfast ideas!
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Rise and shine! Nothing gets me out of bed faster than the thought of a great breakfast! Try these homemade McDonald's Sausage and Egg McMuffins, or the fluffiest ever Pancakes, make a big batch of your very own homemade Granola, or stock up your fridge with these healthy grab 'n go Egg Muffins. Just give me a big cup of coffee and I'm ready to face the day!
Big breakfast ideas for weekend feasting and indulgent weekday mornings, from the full English breakfast to to fluffy pancakes and overnight oats.Break your overnight fast with these amazing, balanced and healthy Indian Breakfast dishes. These nutrient-dense breakfasts are made with real-foods and are amazing to fuel you up for the day.
Instant Quick breakfasts that may take about 20 mins to 45 mins.
Rava Upma, Poha, Semiya Upma, Rava Idli, Besan Chilla, Suji Appe, Moong Dal Chilla, Rava Dosa and Omelette.Traditional Healthy Breakfasts require preparing ahead like soaking & making the batter. These are high in protein. If the batter is ready you can make these under 30 mins.
Idli, Dosa, Pesarattu, Moong Dal Dosa, AdaiWeekend Breakfasts or Brunch ideas that are all-time favorites.
Aloo Paratha, Masala Dosa, Poori, Bhatura and Medu Vada
Sandwich Recipes, Oatmeal Recipes, Ragi Recipes are some more helpful posts that you may want to check.Whether it's a quick bite before school or something more fancy at the weekend, a healthy breakfast is a great way to start any day.Mornings can be busy when you have a family to feed, but our easy breakfast ideas are perfect for kids and adults alike.
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From a delicious fruit filling that can be thrown together in the time it takes to toast a bagel, to creamy, warming porridge or jazzed-up beans on toast, these quick, healthier breakfast recipes will make breakfast more exciting and help kids resist the temptation to snack.
They're also a brilliant way to help your kids get 5 A Day!
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