Are you looking to start your morning without skipping breakfast? Here are my five favorite breakfast ideas to start the day! All these recipes have one thing in common: all are quick and easy, colorful and delicious.
1. Blueberry Banana Smoothie
A Blueberry Banana Smoothie is one of my favorite breakfasts for the morning. This smoothie is refreshing, high in vitamins and antioxidants. Moreover, smoothies are a great way to start your day because they are easy to make and customize to your liking. For unique flavor, you can add different fruits, greens, or nuts to smoothie.
Ingredients for Blueberry Banana Smoothie
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 cup almond milk (you can choose any milk like cashew, oats or 2% whole milk as per your choice)
- 1 tablespoon honey for sweetness (optional)
Instructions:
Firstly, rinse the blueberries and peel the ripe banana. Then, cut the banana into smaller chunks.
After, add blueberries, banana chunks, almond milk, and honey (if using it) in a blender.
Then, blend all ingredients until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Finally, taste the smoothie, add sweetness if required and pour the smoothie into the glass. If you like garnish, with a few extra blueberries.
2. Avocado Toast
Avocado Toast is one of my top picks for my quick, simple, and incredibly healthy breakfast. It satisfies your cravings as it is rich in fiber, fats, and proteins. Learn how to make this recipe in no more than 15 minutes.
Ingredients for Avocado toast
- 2 slices of whole wheat ( you can use any preferred bread)
- 1 soft and ripe avocado
- Lemon juice to keep avocado fresh and green for longer
- Salt and pepper for seasoning
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil to prevent the bread from sticking to the tawa and also to enhance flavor
Instructions:
Firstly, heat a skillet over medium heat. After heating the skillet, toast the bread with butter. You could toast your bread in the oven or toaster.
Meanwhile, cut the avocado, remove the pit, and mash the flesh in a bowl.
If you want to add extra flavor and prevent browning, add a bit of lemon juice to mashed avocado.
As the toast becomes slightly golden, evenly spread the avocado on the toasted bread.
Lastly, sprinkle salt and pepper as per your taste.
3. Fluffy Omelette
Omelette is a nutritious choice as it is a good source of protein and low in carbs which keeps you full the whole day. For this reason, it is a versatile option for breakfast and any meal. Moreover, it is easy and quick to make and customize as per your preference.
- 2-3 large eggs
- Salt and pepper as per your taste
- 1-2 tablespoon butter or cooking oil
- Optional fillings( vegetables, herbs, and cheese)
Firstly, crack the eggs into a bowl. Then, add salt and pepper to your preference. I also add veggies like onions, spinach ginger and garlic paste here.
After, whisk everything with a fork until well combined. Meanwhile, place a non-stick tawa or skillet on medium heat add butter or oil, and let it melt.
Pour the batter into the pan once the butter is melted and slightly bubbly.
Once the beaten eggs are mostly set, use a spatula to flip them and let them cook for 2 minutes.
Slide the fluffy omelet onto a plate and garnish with herbs or cheese( optional).
4. Overnight Oats
Preparing overnight oats is a hassle-free way to have a tasty and healthy breakfast without any morning prep. This process is simple- mix rolled oats, milk, and desired ingredients in a jar or bowl and let it sit in the fridge overnight. This process allows the oats to absorb all flavors and become soft and creamy.
Ingredients for overnight oats
- 1/2 cup old fashioned oats
- 1 cup almond milk or any desired milk
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- Toppings as per your preferences such as nuts, seeds and fruits.
Instructions:
To make this recipe, combine old-fashioned oats and chia seeds in a glass container or bowl. For the oats, I recommend using plain, old-fashioned oats because they have a consistent texture that works well in this recipe. They are also packed with fiber and other nutrients, making them healthy breakfast choices.
Though chia seeds are optional if you want to add some extra nutrients and a unique texture to your overnight oats, I recommend adding chia seeds which are a great source of omega-3 and fiber, and when combined with the oats, give the mixture a pudding-like a texture that is both delicious and satisfying.
Then, add the milk of your choice and mix everything. I chose almond milk here.
Next, add maple syrup or honey for sweetness (optional).
Cover the container or bowl with a lid and place it in the fridge overnight or at least 3-4 hours.
Lastly, add toppings such as fresh or dried fruits, nuts, seeds, spices, chocolate chips and more. Be creative and mix and match to find your favorite combination.
5. Banana Pancakes
This pancake recipe is simple and prepared in just a few minutes. You don’t need any fancy ingredients and gadgets. Moreover, these pancakes are not too overwhelming but subtly sweet, with banana and a pinch of cinnamon flavor.
Ingredients to make banana pancakes
- 2 ripe medium bananas for sweetness
- a pinch of cinnamon for flavor
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1 large egg to make it fluffy
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup any preferred milk
- Maple syrup for serving
To make delicious pancakes mix all-purpose flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl. It is essential to mix the ingredients well to ensure that the batter is free of lumps and smooth In a separate bowl, take a ripe banana and mash it using a fork. Add an egg and whisk until well blended. Pour in some milk and whisk until you get a smooth mixture. Here, I add some chocolate chips (optional).
Next, mix both dry and wet ingredients in one bowl and mix it until you get a smooth consistency.
Now, heat a tawa or skillet on medium flame. Pour 2-3 circles of batter into the pan by using 1/3 measuring cup. Flip the pancakes once the bubbles start to form on top. Cook until the other side is golden brown.
Finally, serve hot pancakes with Maple syrup. You can also add toppings like bananas, blueberries or strawberries.
