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Photo: Carolyn Hodges, M.S., RDN
Start your day with one of these delicious, anti-inflammatory breakfast recipes. With five ingredients or less (not counting pantry staples like salt, pepper and oil), these easy morning meals come together usinginflammation-fighting foodslike berries, dark leafy greens and eggs. Regularly adding in anti-inflammatory foods can help relievepesky symptomsof inflammation like muscle aches, digestion issues and mental fog. Plus, these dishes are also packed with nutritious whole grains, dairy and nuts to align with the Mediterranean diet (one of the healthiest, most customizable eating patternsto follow). Recipes like our 3-Ingredient Bell Pepper & Cheese Egg Cups and Two-Ingredient Banana Pancakes are flavorful mains that can help you take on the day feeling healthy and energized.
01of 16Avocado-Egg ToastPhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe DickeyTry it once and we think you’ll agree: Topping avocado toast with an egg is a near-perfect breakfast.View Recipe
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Avocado-Egg Toast
Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey
Try it once and we think you’ll agree: Topping avocado toast with an egg is a near-perfect breakfast.
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02of 16Muesli with RaspberriesStart your day off with whole grains, fiber and protein with this easy breakfast.View Recipe
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Muesli with Raspberries
Start your day off with whole grains, fiber and protein with this easy breakfast.
03of 163-Ingredient Bell Pepper & Cheese Egg CupsCarolyn Hodges, M.S., RDNRequiring just three main ingredients—bell peppers, eggs and shredded cheese—these portable baked eggs are simple to assemble and perfect for meal prep.View Recipe
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3-Ingredient Bell Pepper & Cheese Egg Cups
Carolyn Hodges, M.S., RDN
Requiring just three main ingredients—bell peppers, eggs and shredded cheese—these portable baked eggs are simple to assemble and perfect for meal prep.
04of 16Spinach, Peanut Butter & Banana SmoothieAli RedmondPeanut butter and banana is a classic combo that’s even more delicious with the addition of tangy probiotic-rich kefir. Plus, this peanut butter banana smoothie helps you up your veggie servings for the day with a bit of mild-flavored spinach mixed in.View Recipe
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Spinach, Peanut Butter & Banana Smoothie
Ali Redmond
Peanut butter and banana is a classic combo that’s even more delicious with the addition of tangy probiotic-rich kefir. Plus, this peanut butter banana smoothie helps you up your veggie servings for the day with a bit of mild-flavored spinach mixed in.
05of 1610-Minute Spinach OmeletCarson DowningThis delicious spinach omelet recipe is ready in just 10 minutes for a nutritious breakfast. Eggs and cheese help pack it with protein, while fresh dill boosts its flavor.View Recipe
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10-Minute Spinach Omelet
Carson Downing
This delicious spinach omelet recipe is ready in just 10 minutes for a nutritious breakfast. Eggs and cheese help pack it with protein, while fresh dill boosts its flavor.
06of 16Strawberry & Yogurt ParfaitAlexandra ShytsmanThis strawberry parfait recipe combines fresh fruit, Greek yogurt and crunchy granola for an easy breakfast. Pack the parfait in a Mason jar for a healthy breakfast on the go.View Recipe
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Strawberry & Yogurt Parfait
Alexandra Shytsman
This strawberry parfait recipe combines fresh fruit, Greek yogurt and crunchy granola for an easy breakfast. Pack the parfait in a Mason jar for a healthy breakfast on the go.
07of 16Anti-Inflammatory Breakfast SmoothiePhotographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Shell RoysterThis mango green smoothie gets bright tart flavor from frozen passion fruit, and inflammation-fighting benefits from fresh kale. Dates add natural sweetness without added sugar. While cilantro may not be a typical smoothie ingredient, we love the herbal notes it adds to this smoothie. Feel free to leave it out if that’s not your thing—it’s just as delicious without.View Recipe
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Anti-Inflammatory Breakfast Smoothie
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
This mango green smoothie gets bright tart flavor from frozen passion fruit, and inflammation-fighting benefits from fresh kale. Dates add natural sweetness without added sugar. While cilantro may not be a typical smoothie ingredient, we love the herbal notes it adds to this smoothie. Feel free to leave it out if that’s not your thing—it’s just as delicious without.
08of 16Two-Ingredient Banana PancakesThese delicious and unbelievably simple pancakes are best enjoyed right after cooking. With just eggs and a banana, you can have healthy grain-free pancakes with no added sugar.View Recipe
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Two-Ingredient Banana Pancakes
These delicious and unbelievably simple pancakes are best enjoyed right after cooking. With just eggs and a banana, you can have healthy grain-free pancakes with no added sugar.
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Roasted Red Pepper & Spinach Egg Bites
Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Styling: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
10of 16Fruit & Yogurt SmoothiePhotographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Shell RoysterThis easy fruit smoothie recipe calls for just three ingredients: yogurt, fruit juice and frozen fruit. Mix up your fruit combinations from day to day for a healthy breakfast or snack that never gets boring.View Recipe
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Fruit & Yogurt Smoothie
This easy fruit smoothie recipe calls for just three ingredients: yogurt, fruit juice and frozen fruit. Mix up your fruit combinations from day to day for a healthy breakfast or snack that never gets boring.
11of 16Parmesan Cloud EggsThese light and fluffy eggs are loaded with Parmesan and scallions for tons of flavor, plus there’s a luscious runny yolk on top. And don’t worry, this impressive brunch recipe is easy enough for anyone to master.View Recipe
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Parmesan Cloud Eggs
These light and fluffy eggs are loaded with Parmesan and scallions for tons of flavor, plus there’s a luscious runny yolk on top. And don’t worry, this impressive brunch recipe is easy enough for anyone to master.
12of 16Berry-Kefir SmoothieAna 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.View Recipe
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Berry-Kefir Smoothie
Ana Cadena
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.
13of 16Pesto Scrambled EggsPhotographer / Brie Passano Styling / Annie Probst / Holly RaibikisPep up breakfast (or dinner) with a little pesto. And be careful not to overcook your eggs. Scrambled eggs are at their best when you see soft, creamy curds. Serve with a slice of whole-grain toast and sliced tomatoes.View Recipe
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Pesto Scrambled Eggs
Photographer / Brie Passano Styling / Annie Probst / Holly Raibikis
Pep up breakfast (or dinner) with a little pesto. And be careful not to overcook your eggs. Scrambled eggs are at their best when you see soft, creamy curds. Serve with a slice of whole-grain toast and sliced tomatoes.
14of 16Oatmeal with Fruit & NutsAlexander ShytsmanThis protein-packed healthy breakfast recipe gets a touch of sweetness from apple and crunch from walnuts. Feel free to pick your favorite fruit (try berries or pears) and nuts (maybe almonds or pistachios) to personalize your healthy oatmeal.View Recipe
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Oatmeal with Fruit & Nuts
Alexander Shytsman
This protein-packed healthy breakfast recipe gets a touch of sweetness from apple and crunch from walnuts. Feel free to pick your favorite fruit (try berries or pears) and nuts (maybe almonds or pistachios) to personalize your healthy oatmeal.
15of 16Salsa Scrambled EggsBreakfast tacos are a great gluten-free alternative to the classic eggs and toast. Serve this easy scrambled egg recipe with a banana for a boost of potassium.View Recipe
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Salsa Scrambled Eggs
Breakfast tacos are a great gluten-free alternative to the classic eggs and toast. Serve this easy scrambled egg recipe with a banana for a boost of potassium.
16of 16Mascarpone & Berries ToastCreamy mascarpone is delightful when topped with mixed berries and mint for this bright-tasting, easy and healthy breakfast toast.View Recipe
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Mascarpone & Berries Toast
Creamy mascarpone is delightful when topped with mixed berries and mint for this bright-tasting, easy and healthy breakfast toast.
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