Breakfast Ideas

Starting your day with a hearty and balanced breakfast sets a positive tone for the rest of your day. Here are some tasty and nutritious breakfast ideas that are perfect for busy mornings or leisurely weekends.

1. Avocado Toast

2 slices sourdough bread

• 1 ripe avocado

• Turkey bacon

• Cherry tomatoes

• Raw onion or bell pepper

• 2 boiled eggs (boil for 7:45 minutes for semi-hard)

Instructions:

1. Toast the sourdough bread until golden brown.

2. Mash the avocado and spread it evenly on the toasted bread.

3. Top with cooked turkey bacon, sliced cherry tomatoes, and raw onion or bell pepper for crunch.

4. Slice the boiled eggs and place them on top of the avocado toast.

5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

2. French Toast

Ingredients:

• Sourdough bread

• 1 egg

• 1/2 cup milk

• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

• Almond butter

• Maple syrup or honey (optional)

• Banana, strawberries, or blueberries

• Hemp seeds

• Chia seeds

• 2 boiled or scrambled eggs

• Bacon or sausage

Instructions:

1. Dip slices of sourdough bread in a mixture of egg, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.

2. Cook the dipped bread on the stovetop until golden brown on both sides.

3. Spread almond butter on the French toast and drizzle with maple syrup or honey if desired.

4. Top with banana slices, strawberries, or blueberries, and sprinkle with hemp and chia seeds.

5. Serve with boiled or scrambled eggs and bacon or sausage on the side.

3. Egg, turkey bacon, and Cheese Sandwich

Ingredients:

• Sourdough bread

• Egg

• Turkey bacon

• Cheese (your choice)

• Arugula

• Cherry tomatoes

• Raw onions

• Olive oil, lemon or vinegar, salt (for seasoning)

Instructions:

1. Cook the egg, turkey bacon, and cheese until the egg is set and cheese is melted.

2. Toast the sourdough bread.

3. Assemble the sandwich with the egg, turkey bacon, and cheese.

4. Add arugula, sliced cherry tomatoes, and onions.

5. Season the tomatoes and onions with olive oil, lemon or vinegar, and salt.

4. Sweet Potato Bowl

Ingredients:

• Baked or air-fried sweet potatoes may use regular potatoes as well (seasoned with avocado oil and salt)

• 2 boiled or scrambled eggs

• Pico de gallo (or store-bought)

• Sautéed veggies (such as bell peppers, onions, zucchini and spinach)

• Avocado

Pico de Gallo:

• Chopped onions

• Bell peppers

• Cucumbers

• Tomatoes

• Cilantro

• Lemon juice

• Salt

Instructions:

1. Prepare sweet potatoes by baking or air-frying with avocado oil and salt.

2. Top the sweet potatoes with boiled or scrambled eggs.

3. Add a scoop of pico de gallo and sautéed veggies.

4. Finish with sliced avocado on top.

5. Breakfast Burrito

Ingredients:

• Scrambled eggs

• turkey bacon

• Pico de gallo

• Greens (such as spinach or mixed green)

• Avocado

• Tortilla

Instructions:

1. Warm the tortilla in a pan.

2. Fill the tortilla with scrambled eggs, bacon, pico de gallo, greens, and sliced avocado.

3. Roll up the tortilla to create a burrito.

Snack Ideas for Extra Calories and Fiber

• Overnight Oats: Prepare with quick oats and your favorite toppings like fruits, nuts, or seeds.

• Protein Shake: Blend with your choice of protein powder and add fruits or vegetables for added nutrition.

• Fresh Fruits: Apples, bananas, berries, or any fruit you enjoy.

These breakfast ideas are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients to keep you energized throughout the day. Enjoy!

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