Healthy Breakfast Ideas

Here are three healthy and delicious breakfast recipes to kickstart your day with energy and nutrition:

Avocado and Egg Breakfast Bowl:

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe avocado, halved and pitted

• 2 large eggs

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Optional toppings: chopped tomatoes, sliced green onions, hot sauce, or a sprinkle of feta cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

2. Carefully scoop out a bit of flesh from each avocado half to create a larger well for the egg.

3. Place the avocados in a baking dish to prevent them from tipping over.

4. Crack one egg into each avocado half, ensuring the yolk fits within the well.

5. Season with salt and pepper.

6. Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until the eggs are cooked to your liking.

7. Remove from the oven and add your favorite toppings.

8. Enjoy your creamy, protein-packed avocado and egg breakfast bowl!

Greek Yogurt Parfait

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Greek yogurt (unsweetened)

• 1/2 cup fresh mixed berries (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)

• 1/4 cup granola (choose a low-sugar or homemade option)

• 1 tablespoon honey (optional for sweetness)

• A sprinkle of chopped nuts (e.g., almonds or walnuts)

Instructions:

1. In a glass or a bowl, start by layering half of the Greek yogurt.

2. Add half of the mixed berries on top of the yogurt layer.

3. Sprinkle half of the granola over the berries.

4. Repeat the layers with the remaining yogurt, berries, and granola.

5. Drizzle honey over the top layer if desired.

6. Finish with a sprinkle of chopped nuts for added crunch and healthy fats.

7. Dive into this creamy and satisfying Greek yogurt parfait!

Oatmeal Banana Pancakes

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe banana, mashed

• 1 cup rolled oats (blended into flour)

• 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice)

• 1 large egg

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

• A pinch of salt

• Cooking spray or a small amount of oil for the pan

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine mashed banana, oat flour, almond milk, egg, baking powder, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir until well combined.

2. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with cooking spray or a small amount of oil.

3. Pour about 1/4 cup of pancake batter onto the hot skillet for each pancake.

4. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook the other side until golden brown.

5. Repeat until you’ve used all the batter.

6. Serve your oatmeal banana pancakes with fresh fruit, a drizzle of honey, or a dollop of Greek yogurt for added flavour.