20 Healthy Breakfast Ideas to Start Your Day

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Katie Workman

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so it's worth the effort to eat a healthy one! We're here to inspire you to eat a good breakfast every day with this list of our best, yummiest, 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, we've got your 20 new favorite breakfast recipes right here.

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  Avocado and Poached Egg Toast

  

  Leah Maroney 

  Avocado toast is in the house! If there were a pageant for most popular healthy breakfast, we have an idea that avocado toast would take the crown.

  What started as a California food trend has 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.

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  Peanut Banana Cinnamon Smoothie

  

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  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, and just a little bit of cinnamon adds an unexpected burst of spice that brightens the whole drink.

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  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!

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  Savory Quinoa Egg Muffins With Spinach

  

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  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.

   

   
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  Tropical Acai Breakfast Bowl

  

  Leah Maroney 

  Acai bowls are a delicious, cool, and anti-oxidant rich breakfast that are quick and easy to make. This nutritious 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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  Superfood Breakfast Smoothie

  

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  What if you could kick start your metabolism for the day, boost your energy levels, and prepare your body and mind for the events of your day with one breakfast beverage that's easy to make? This superfood breakfast smoothie does all that. Plus, it has a sweet, chocolate-banana flavor that will put a big smile on your face. A really great way to start your day.

   

   
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  Easy Tofu Scramble Recipe

  

  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 nutrition by tossing in extra vegetables, such as spinach, mushrooms, and green onions. Just wrap the cooked tofu scramble in a warmed, whole wheat tortilla for a fulfilling vegan breakfast burrito.

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  The Ultimate Smoked Salmon Bagel

  

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  When you're craving something truly satisfying for breakfast, this ultimate smoked salmon bagel with cream cheese and smoked salmon has loads of protein, with 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.

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  Oatmeal Pumpkin Muffins

  

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  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.

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  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.

   

   
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  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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  English Muffin Fried Egg Breakfast Pizzas

  

  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.

   

   
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  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 low-fat sour cream in the batter adds to the rich, pleasing taste of this zucchini bread.

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  Swiss Muesli Recipe

  

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  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.

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  Scrambled Eggs With Tomatoes and Peppers

  

  Diana Rattray 

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

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  Vegan Peanut Butter Granola Breakfast Wrap

  

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  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.

  Want to try it vegan? Simply omit the honey, for a completely vegan-friendly 

[rafa31x 198]

Breakfast is good, most of it works mostly for people with constipation problems, since it offers a lot of fiber.

[Onur0808 10]

You should eat honey.it is delicious and healty. 

[Luchoalucero 22]

Thanks for your post, Thanks to you my breakfasts are healthier and have helped me improve my health and life.