Delicious and Nutritious Breakfast Ideas

A hearty, healthy breakfast is the best way to get your day off to a flying start. If you usually skip breakfast, or you tend to have the same foods every day, here are some incredible ideas to up your nutrient intake and tantalize your taste buds. 

Eggs

Eggs are one of the most versatile breakfast options, and they are packed with nutrients. You can poach, boil, fry or bake eggs and add a host of extra ingredients to create all kinds of dishes. Keep things simple with poached or boiled eggs with whole-grain toast, add smoked salmon, avocado or spinach to poached or scrambled eggs, or whip up an omelet, adding peppers, mushrooms, onions, cheese or bacon. You could also try out a recipe for Hollandaise sauce to make eggs Benedict or serve eggs sunny side up with tomatoes, toast, mushrooms and hash browns for a tasty brunch. Eggs are an excellent source of protein, iron and vitamin D, and they also contain key nutrients, including lutein, which is beneficial for eye health. 

Smoothies and Juices

If you’re in a rush, or you’re keen to kickstart the day with a serious vitamin and mineral hit, homemade smoothies and juices are an ideal addition to your breakfast menu. You can use a variety of fruits and vegetables to rustle up healthy, fresh juices and smoothies, which are likely to be better for you than shop-bought alternatives. Often, when you buy bottles of smoothies from cafes or stores, they contain a lot of added sugar, so it’s best to use a blender or juicer at home and look online for recipes like a cabbage juice recipe or a zesty citrus smoothie. Adding a cup of juice or a freshly made smoothie to your daily diet is a simple, quick way to increase your intake of fruit and vegetables.

Oatmeal

As summer draws to a close, and temperatures start to drop, it’s a great idea to consider starting the day with a comforting, warming bowl of oatmeal. Oats are a good source of fiber, they are rich in antioxidants, and they release energy slowly, which means that you won’t find yourself reaching for snacks before lunchtime. You can serve oatmeal as it comes, or add honey, fresh fruit, currants, almonds, seeds or coconut to add flavor and depth. 

Granola and Fruit Bowls

If you’re a fan of sweet foods, but you don’t want to start the day with sugary treats, granola and fruit bowls are an ideal option for you. Opt for low-sugar granola and combine with natural yoghurt and a spoonful of honey before adding a selection of nuts, seeds or fruits. Popular options include strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, pineapple, peaches and bananas. 

A nutritious breakfast is the best way to increase your energy levels ready for the day ahead. If you’re bored of your usual breakfast options, or you’ve decided that it’s time to try and improve your diet and add more vitamins and minerals, hopefully, these ideas have given you inspiration.