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Don’t let a hectic morning keep you from enjoying the first meal of the day. These unbelievably quick breakfasts promise to get you out the door in five minutes—and you can enjoy them on your commute or wait until you’re at your desk. Whether you prefer a hearty avocado toast or a creamy smoothie, there’s something you’ll love in this mix of healthy recipes. With our Anti-Inflammatory Strawberry–Passion Fruit Green Smoothie and Peanut Butter-Banana English Muffin on the menu, hungry mornings will be a thing of the past.
01of 20Spinach & Feta Mug Scrambled EggsPhotographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Priscilla MontielWhip up eggs with a few simple ingredients in a microwave-safe mug, and you have the makings of a breakfast that’s prepped, seasoned and will be ready to eat in a little more than a minute before running out the door. If you don’t want to store the mixture in individual mugs, you can store it in an airtight container then transfer to a mug when you’re ready to cook it.View Recipe
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Spinach & Feta Mug Scrambled Eggs
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel
Whip up eggs with a few simple ingredients in a microwave-safe mug, and you have the makings of a breakfast that’s prepped, seasoned and will be ready to eat in a little more than a minute before running out the door. If you don’t want to store the mixture in individual mugs, you can store it in an airtight container then transfer to a mug when you’re ready to cook it.
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02of 20Anti-Inflammatory Strawberry–Passion Fruit Green SmoothiePhotographer: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Christina Brockman, Food Stylist: Julian HensarlingThis anti-inflammatory smoothie draws its bright tropical flavor from frozen passion fruit pieces available in the frozen fruit section of well-stocked supermarkets or natural-foods stores. If you can’t find passion fruit at all, substitute with frozen pineapple.View Recipe
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Anti-Inflammatory Strawberry–Passion Fruit Green Smoothie
Photographer: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Christina Brockman, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling
This anti-inflammatory smoothie draws its bright tropical flavor from frozen passion fruit pieces available in the frozen fruit section of well-stocked supermarkets or natural-foods stores. If you can’t find passion fruit at all, substitute with frozen pineapple.
03of 20Mascarpone & 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.
04of 20Feta, Egg & Spinach Breakfast TacoPhotographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Gabriel GrecoIt doesn’t get easier than this healthy breakfast taco that’s ready in just five minutes. Kale or arugula will work just as well if you don’t have spinach on hand. If you want an over-hard egg instead, and notice the egg is browning too quickly, add a tablespoon or two of water to the pan to help steam the egg and set the yolk faster.View Recipe
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Feta, Egg & Spinach Breakfast Taco
Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco
It doesn’t get easier than this healthy breakfast taco that’s ready in just five minutes. Kale or arugula will work just as well if you don’t have spinach on hand. If you want an over-hard egg instead, and notice the egg is browning too quickly, add a tablespoon or two of water to the pan to help steam the egg and set the yolk faster.
05of 20Ham, Egg & Sprouts Breakfast SandwichSara HaasThis open-faced sandwich feels like something you would get at a fancy breakfast spot, but you can make it at home in just five minutes! Don’t skip the step of tossing your sprouts in the mustard-lemon juice mixture; it ensures each bite is full of peppy, bright flavor!View Recipe
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Ham, Egg & Sprouts Breakfast Sandwich
Sara Haas
This open-faced sandwich feels like something you would get at a fancy breakfast spot, but you can make it at home in just five minutes! Don’t skip the step of tossing your sprouts in the mustard-lemon juice mixture; it ensures each bite is full of peppy, bright flavor!
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Salsa-Topped Avocado Toast
Photography: Carson Downing, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Gabe Greco
07of 20Peanut Butter & Berries Waffle SandwichSara HaasWhole-grain freezer waffles make the perfect base for a nourishing breakfast that tastes just like a classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich. We use crunchy peanut butter to add texture, but you can swap in creamy, if you prefer. If fresh berries aren’t available, you can use frozen ones; microwave them in a small bowl for about 30 seconds to thaw before adding to the sandwich.View Recipe
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Peanut Butter & Berries Waffle Sandwich
Whole-grain freezer waffles make the perfect base for a nourishing breakfast that tastes just like a classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich. We use crunchy peanut butter to add texture, but you can swap in creamy, if you prefer. If fresh berries aren’t available, you can use frozen ones; microwave them in a small bowl for about 30 seconds to thaw before adding to the sandwich.
08of 20Cottage Cheese ToastAli RedmondHad your fill of toast that barely takes the edge off your hunger? Say hello to our delicious and nutritious cottage cheese toast! This toast, made with whole-grain bread and topped with creamy cottage cheese, is just the beginning.View Recipe
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Cottage Cheese Toast
Ali Redmond
Had your fill of toast that barely takes the edge off your hunger? Say hello to our delicious and nutritious cottage cheese toast! This toast, made with whole-grain bread and topped with creamy cottage cheese, is just the beginning.
09of 20Coconut-Mango OatsSara HaasGive plain oats a makeover with this quick, five-minute breakfast idea. Adding just a bit of toasted coconut, some vanilla extract and fresh (or frozen) mango provides plenty of flavor. We use oat milk here, but feel free to switch it to dairy or any other plant-based, unsweetened milk too.View Recipe
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Coconut-Mango Oats
Give plain oats a makeover with this quick, five-minute breakfast idea. Adding just a bit of toasted coconut, some vanilla extract and fresh (or frozen) mango provides plenty of flavor. We use oat milk here, but feel free to switch it to dairy or any other plant-based, unsweetened milk too.
10of 20Raspberry Yogurt Cereal BowlFor breakfast, snack or a healthy dessert, try using yogurt instead of milk for your cereal. If making this as a to-go snack, keep the cereal separate and top just before eating.View Recipe
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Raspberry Yogurt Cereal Bowl
For breakfast, snack or a healthy dessert, try using yogurt instead of milk for your cereal. If making this as a to-go snack, keep the cereal separate and top just before eating.
11of 20Anti-Inflammatory Cherry, Beet & Kale SmoothiePhotographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Julia BaylessKale, cherries and beets team up in this powerful anti-inflammatory smoothie. All three of these fruits and veggies contain unique anti-inflammatory compounds that may help stave off diseases associated with chronic inflammation, including cancer, heart disease, arthritis and diabetes.View Recipe
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Anti-Inflammatory Cherry, Beet & Kale Smoothie
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless
Kale, cherries and beets team up in this powerful anti-inflammatory smoothie. All three of these fruits and veggies contain unique anti-inflammatory compounds that may help stave off diseases associated with chronic inflammation, including cancer, heart disease, arthritis and diabetes.
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Anti-Inflammatory Lemon-Blueberry Smoothie
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster, Food Stylist Jennifer Wendorf
13of 20Yogurt with Blueberries & HoneyA simple combination of Greek 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.View Recipe
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Yogurt with Blueberries & Honey
A simple combination of Greek 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.
14of 20Anti-Inflammatory Raspberry & Spinach SmoothiePhotographer: Jen CauseyStart your day off right with this tasty smoothie featuring anti-inflammatory ingredients. Spinach provides antioxidants that help eliminate damaging free radicals, while raspberries contain polyphenols that have their own anti-inflammatory effects.View Recipe
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Anti-Inflammatory Raspberry & Spinach Smoothie
Photographer: Jen Causey
Start your day off right with this tasty smoothie featuring anti-inflammatory ingredients. Spinach provides antioxidants that help eliminate damaging free radicals, while raspberries contain polyphenols that have their own anti-inflammatory effects.
15of 20Peanut Butter-Banana English MuffinPeanut butter and banana are the original power couple. Top a simple toasted English muffin with the duo, then sprinkle everything with a hit of ground cinnamon for a healthy breakfast of champions.View Recipe
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Peanut Butter-Banana English Muffin
Peanut butter and banana are the original power couple. Top a simple toasted English muffin with the duo, then sprinkle everything with a hit of ground cinnamon for a healthy breakfast of champions.
16of 20Spinach & Egg TacosJohnny AutryHard-boiled eggs are combined with spinach, cheese and salsa for a quick, flavorful breakfast. Mashed avocado provides a creamy element while a squeeze of lime juice brings acidity.View Recipe
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Spinach & Egg Tacos
Johnny Autry
Hard-boiled eggs are combined with spinach, cheese and salsa for a quick, flavorful breakfast. Mashed avocado provides a creamy element while a squeeze of lime juice brings acidity.
17of 20White Bean & Avocado ToastMashed avocado and white beans make for a fiber-rich and creamy topping, the perfect partner for a crispy slice of toast. Try it for a quick breakfast or snack.View Recipe
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White Bean & Avocado Toast
Mashed avocado and white beans make for a fiber-rich and creamy topping, the perfect partner for a crispy slice of toast. Try it for a quick breakfast or snack.
18of 20Ricotta & Yogurt ParfaitReminiscent 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.View Recipe
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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.
19of 20Strawberry-Chocolate SmoothieThis creamy, rich strawberry-chocolate smoothie is so delicious, you might want it for dessert, too.View Recipe
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Strawberry-Chocolate Smoothie
This creamy, rich strawberry-chocolate smoothie is so delicious, you might want it for dessert, too.
20of 20Nut & Berry ParfaitIn this quick high-protein breakfast recipe, Greek yogurt is topped with healthy berries and almonds and lightly sweetened with honey.View Recipe
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Nut & Berry Parfait
In this quick high-protein breakfast recipe, Greek yogurt is topped with healthy berries and almonds and lightly sweetened with honey.
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