Admit it, sometimes you are not in the mood to eat in the morning. If you’re bored of the same old meals or unhealthy breakfast options, we’ve asked around to find the most nutrient-rich and delicious meals you can try.
Eating breakfast gives you the energy you need to start your day and adding a little kick of fun will help keep you satisfied while getting a head start for the long day. But first, take our poll!
1. Leftovers in the morning
Let's face it: A loaf of brown bread will not be consumed by a single person. Just pop one in the toaster, combine with eggs and topped with veggies from last night. Need some calcium, protein and iron? Check, check, and check!
2. Eggs, eggs, and more eggs
Another option would be two to three boiled eggs in the morning. This is perfectly okay for healthy individuals who are trying to stay that way. One egg provides 13 essential nutrients and it is all in the yolk. You can actually eat as many boiled eggs (whites) as you want in the morning but limit the yolks to two.
3. Scrambled eggs and sausage
Eat three scrambled eggs for breakfast. Beat them and cook with plenty of olive oil in the pan and a tablespoon of coconut oil. Good fats and good cholesterol lowers your risk of heart disease. It’s not breakfast without sausage, so throw in two pieces of sliced sausages and this is powerful enough for a long day of meetings, brainstorming and everything in between.
4. Brown bread, peanut butter and banana
A healthier take on the traditional peanut butter and jelly sandwich is a peanut butter and banana in brown bread combination. You never know how much of a difference a little change could make. Bananas are rich in nutrients and keeps any hunger or sugar cravings satisfied. Peanut butter is all good fats (the natural non-sweetened kind). This trio is a good source of fibre, protein and vitaminsthat will keep you alert all day.
5. Oat pancakes mixed with bananas
For a light but filling breakfast, how about some banana-infused oat pancakes? This classic low-calorie meal will keep you energised all day long. Just put a cup of oats, overripe bananas, one whole egg and a cup of full fat yogurt in the blender or food processor. A pinch of baking powder will make them fluffier, and a bit of salt helps round out the flavour. Keep your pancakes small so you can flip them easily and they cook more quickly. The texture is creamy enough so there is no need for syrup, but you could try a small teaspoon of honey. Brush a little butter on top and you are ready to eat.
6. Fruit, cheese and nuts
If you don't have time to cook, this combination is a balanced, easy-to-fix and tasty meal. Apples, grapes, bananas and pears are perfect as do not require extensive preparation, such as peeling and cutting. Throw in an ounce or two of cheddar cheese in one zipped plastic bag and protein-rich walnuts or almonds into another and you're ready to go.
7. Smoothies
This bannoffee smoothie has a mix of aromatic and savoury flavours, thanks to banana, cold coffee, one spoonful of unsweetened cocoa and one spoonful of peanut butter. You’ll get the slightest boost of caffeine from coffee and it takes well to the creamy sweetness of banana and peanut butter.
You can go for a green juice smoothie with two green apples, one lemon, four celery stalks, one cucumber, spinach and some kale leaves. Make sure to blend the spinach and kale leaves first then add the rest. Add a bit of ginger and you're ready.
8. Cereal
When you are pressed for time or simply want to have breakfast, just grab a bowl of cereal. When you go to the grocery, make sure to pick the high-protein kind rich in vitamins and nutrients, and low in sugar and calories. This in a bowl topped with a handful of raisins and your favourite nuts, and a glass of milk and it becomes your best breakfast option.
If you’re not a fan of soggy cereals in milk, mix it with plain Greek yogurt instead and you’re ready to crunch.
