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All it takes is 5 minutes to whip up one of these meatless breakfast recipes. From loaded toasts to fruit-topped yogurt, these healthy and easy vegetarian breakfasts are perfect for busy mornings. Recipes like our Strawberry-Mango Banana Smoothie and Egg Salad Avocado Toast are tasty morning meals you’ll catch yourself making on the daily.
01of 15Strawberry-Mango-Banana SmoothieView RecipeMaking fruit smoothies at home saves time and money. For this easy smoothie, combine strawberries, mango and banana with a bit of cashew butter and ground chia seeds for body and richness.
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Strawberry-Mango-Banana Smoothie
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Making fruit smoothies at home saves time and money. For this easy smoothie, combine strawberries, mango and banana with a bit of cashew butter and ground chia seeds for body and richness.
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Egg Salad Avocado Toast
03of 15Ricotta & Yogurt ParfaitView RecipeReminiscent of a lemon cheesecake, this healthy breakfast recipe is easy to throw together in the morning. Or stir together the filling in a jar the night before and top with the fruit, nuts and seeds when you get to work.
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Ricotta & Yogurt Parfait
Reminiscent of a lemon cheesecake, this healthy breakfast recipe is easy to throw together in the morning. Or stir together the filling in a jar the night before and top with the fruit, nuts and seeds when you get to work.
04of 15Avocado-Egg ToastView RecipeTry it once and we think you’ll agree: Topping avocado toast with an egg is a near-perfect breakfast.
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Avocado-Egg Toast
Try it once and we think you’ll agree: Topping avocado toast with an egg is a near-perfect breakfast.
05of 15Scrambled Egg with TofuView RecipeAna CadenaEven when you are cooking for one, it’s worth taking a few minutes to make a hot, protein-rich breakfast. By stretching an egg with a little tofu, you reduce the cholesterol and saturated fat. Try tucking it into a whole-wheat pita pocket for a simple and satisfying breakfast sandwich-and a healthful alternative to fast-food fare.
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Scrambled Egg with Tofu
Ana Cadena
Even when you are cooking for one, it’s worth taking a few minutes to make a hot, protein-rich breakfast. By stretching an egg with a little tofu, you reduce the cholesterol and saturated fat. Try tucking it into a whole-wheat pita pocket for a simple and satisfying breakfast sandwich-and a healthful alternative to fast-food fare.
06of 15Really Green SmoothieView RecipeThe combination of kale and avocado makes this healthy smoothie recipe extra green. Chia seeds lend a heart-healthy punch of fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.
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Really Green Smoothie
The combination of kale and avocado makes this healthy smoothie recipe extra green. Chia seeds lend a heart-healthy punch of fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.
07of 15Berry-Kefir SmoothieView RecipeAna CadenaGet a probiotic boost at breakfast when you add kefir to your smoothie. Feel free to use any berries and nut butter you have on hand in this healthy smoothie recipe.
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Berry-Kefir Smoothie
Get a probiotic boost at breakfast when you add kefir to your smoothie. Feel free to use any berries and nut butter you have on hand in this healthy smoothie recipe.
08of 15The Last Avocado Toast Recipe You’ll Ever NeedView RecipeJamie Vespa MS, RDThis is the easiest—and the last—avocado toast recipe you’ll ever need to know. Memorize the recipe, then use it as a jumping off point for your favorite avocado toast riffs. Put an egg on it, top it with tuna salad or crown it with fluffy alfalfa sprouts for a healthy and satisfying meal. You can mix up the toppings too—we love Japanese furikake or everything bagel seasoning.
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The Last Avocado Toast Recipe You’ll Ever Need
Jamie Vespa MS, RD
This is the easiest—and the last—avocado toast recipe you’ll ever need to know. Memorize the recipe, then use it as a jumping off point for your favorite avocado toast riffs. Put an egg on it, top it with tuna salad or crown it with fluffy alfalfa sprouts for a healthy and satisfying meal. You can mix up the toppings too—we love Japanese furikake or everything bagel seasoning.
09of 15Greek Yogurt with StrawberriesView RecipeProtein-rich Greek yogurt and sweet strawberries make for a super-simple and satisfying snack.
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Greek Yogurt with Strawberries
Protein-rich Greek yogurt and sweet strawberries make for a super-simple and satisfying snack.
10of 15Strawberry-Chocolate SmoothieView RecipeThis creamy, rich strawberry-chocolate smoothie will satisfy any chocolate cravings. It’s so decadent you might want it as a dessert, too.
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Strawberry-Chocolate Smoothie
This creamy, rich strawberry-chocolate smoothie will satisfy any chocolate cravings. It’s so decadent you might want it as a dessert, too.
11of 15Muesli with RaspberriesView RecipeStart your day off with whole grains, fiber and protein with this easy breakfast.
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Muesli with Raspberries
Start your day off with whole grains, fiber and protein with this easy breakfast.
12of 15Avocado Toast with BurrataView RecipeBurrata (cream-filled fresh mozzarella cheese) takes this avocado toast recipe to the next level for a decadent, yet weekday-friendly breakfast.
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Avocado Toast with Burrata
Burrata (cream-filled fresh mozzarella cheese) takes this avocado toast recipe to the next level for a decadent, yet weekday-friendly breakfast.
13of 15Anti-Inflammatory Beet SmoothieView RecipePhotographer: Fred Hardy II, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Shell RoysterThis vibrant beet smoothie combines sweet and earthy beets with berries, banana and orange juice for a well-balanced flavor. Look for packaged cooked beets where the prepared fruits and vegetables are sold.Beets are high in belatins, an antioxidant that may help decrease inflammation in the body. Other nutrient-packed ingredients add even more anti-inflammatory power, like the anthocyanins in blueberries and the gingerol found in ginger.
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Anti-Inflammatory Beet Smoothie
Photographer: Fred Hardy II, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
This vibrant beet smoothie combines sweet and earthy beets with berries, banana and orange juice for a well-balanced flavor. Look for packaged cooked beets where the prepared fruits and vegetables are sold.Beets are high in belatins, an antioxidant that may help decrease inflammation in the body. Other nutrient-packed ingredients add even more anti-inflammatory power, like the anthocyanins in blueberries and the gingerol found in ginger.
14of 15Yogurt with Blueberries & HoneyView RecipeA simple combination of Greek-style yogurt and blueberries gets an extra touch of sweetness from golden honey. It’s the perfect balance of protein and fiber to keep you energized.
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Yogurt with Blueberries & Honey
A simple combination of Greek-style yogurt and blueberries gets an extra touch of sweetness from golden honey. It’s the perfect balance of protein and fiber to keep you energized.
15of 15Fig & Ricotta ToastView RecipeThis easy toast makes a quick breakfast for any day of the week.
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Fig & Ricotta Toast
This easy toast makes a quick breakfast for any day of the week.
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