You may not be like me and like to have a different breakfast every morning. My breakfast doesn’t change much. Porridge and muesli are my go-to breakfasts, but I change the ingredients depending on what’s in my freezer or cupboards. Others, like my sister, get tired of the same thing being eaten every morning. There are probably others that feel the same. Nutritionists also advise against eating the same thing every day, as food allergies and sensitivities can develop over time.
Some people may find it difficult to have a healthy meal every morning of the week. This is why I’ve put together these healthy breakfast suggestions. In the future, I’ll also look into this so that I can have a different breakfast each week.
1. Porridge
There are many different ways to make porridge. Try Blueberry Porridge with Seeds and Fruity Porridge. You can also experiment by making your own. The possibilities are endless. You should always include some fruit (vitamin C!) Protein (to make you feel fuller longer). Try adding nuts, seeds and protein such as almond butter, peanut or hemp butter. You can add a pinch of cinnamon to make it sweeter or some raw cocoa powder to get extra minerals like magnesium and iron.
You can make overnight oatmeal if you do not have the time to prepare porridge the night before.
Try quinoa porridge if you’re bored with oatmeal.
2. Muesli
By purchasing a base for muesli (I get mine from Holland & Barrett), you can easily make it at home. You can control exactly what goes into your muesli. Add fresh fruit, seeds, and nuts instead of dried fruits. Most muesli in supermarkets contains too many dried fruits. Making my own at home sounds like a great idea.
3. Buckwheat flakes
Buckwheat flakes are a great gluten-free breakfast. Try nuts buckwheat with yoghurt, fruit and flaxseeds or keep it simple by using almond milk and some fruits. You decide! If you want, add nuts and seeds.
4. Eggs
You can cook eggs in many different ways. However, one of the most healthful is to poach or boil them. Boiling eggs with plum tomatoes and avocado on brown bread is a filling and healthy breakfast. I love it (even though I do not eat them at breakfast). Add some low fat mozzarella cheese for extra protein if you like.
5. Nut butters
They are rich in vitamin E, protein and fat. Enjoy a peanut butter or almond spread on toast, with some strawberries or other fruit on the side.
6. Fruit Salad with Natural Yoghurt
Create a fruit-based salad using a variety of fruits, such as strawberries, apples, blueberries and bananas. Pour 200ml natural yoghurt over the fruit. Add hemp seeds or chia seed for extra protein. Sprinkle cinnamon on top to make it sweeter. Add flaxseeds and oat bran for a longer lasting feeling of fullness.
7. Quark
It is healthier to eat this low-fat soft cheese than other types of cheese. You will do yourself a favor if you choose this cheese over high-fat ones. It has less than 1% of fat, and is high in protein. Add a little blueberry preserves without sugar to the toast (I like St. Dalfour wild blueberry jelly). It can be eaten savoury with tomatoes, olives and cucumbers. You can try it different ways to see what you like. You can use cottage cheese if you are unable to find the product in your supermarket, but it will have a different texture.
8. Smoothie
Go for the green smoothie if you’re able to! You can blend any of the following if you don’t want to: avocado, banana, flaxseeds, almond butter chia seed, hempseeds, flax seeds. strawberries, blueberries, apples, oats etc. Blending one banana with some strawberries and 3 tablespoons of hemp seed and coconut or almond milk will make a simple, healthy and tasty smoothie. Nuts can be added! You can keep yourself full by adding a lot of protein. You can find many great recipes on Spoonie Sophia’s blog. Sophia also has some great smoothie pictures on Instagram.
9. Home made breakfast bars
You may be in a hurry and need something to go. Making breakfast bars in advance is the perfect solution for those hectic mornings. You can control the fat, sugar, and salt content of each bar.
Use rice syrup instead of agave syrup or maple syrup as a sweetener for breakfast bars.
10. Hummus
Hummus makes a great breakfast option if you prefer a savory meal. It is best to make your hummus yourself at home so that you can control the amount of fat in each portion. It is easy and quick to make hummus. You will need chickpeas and fresh lemon juice along with tahini garlic, salt, and tahini. Blend all ingredients until it becomes a paste. This paste is great with cucumbers, pitta, tomatoes, or olives. Try different versions and decide which is best for you.
11. Energy Balls
At the moment, energy balls are very trendy. You can buy these in many health shops and on blogs. You can make them at home and prepare in advance. These would be good in the fridge. This website had a lot of energy balls that I thought were very appealing. They are perfect for a quick breakfast.
Who is out of healthy breakfast ideas?
What are your tips for a healthy breakfast? What other suggestions do you have for a healthy breakfast?