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Top 8 Healthy Breakfast Foods For Weight Loss
We all know how important it is to eat breakfast, but whatโs even more important is what we are eating for breakfast. I mean, you can stroll through the Dunkin Donuts drive through and grab a nice big chocolate donut and call it breakfastโฆ but how much good is that going to do ya? Especially if youโre trying to lose a few pounds ๐ฃ
Whatโs a good healthy breakfast?
If youโre trying to find some good healthy breakfast foods for weight loss, you have come to the right place! I want to share with you my top 8 favorite healthy breakfast foods to tackle that morning hunger the healthy way.
1. Avocado Toast
You already know that I LOVE avocadosโฆ if you didnโt, then you need to check out my post on the Top 10 Superfoods You Need to Start Eating Today, otherwise, weโre on the same page here! Avocados are a SUPER healthy way to start your day because they have a ton of healthy calories (monounsaturated fats) which will help to boost your metabolism, as well as keep your hunger at bay until itโs time for lunch ๐
One way to easily incorporate an avocado into your morning diet is by spreading it over some crunchy, warm toast, and then top it off with an over-easy egg to add that extra protein punch. The creamy avocado combined with the toast and egg make for a truly enjoyable breakfast that wonโt leave you feeling hungrier than when you woke up.
2. Healthy Breakfast Quesadilla
Who ever thought to eat a quesadilla for breakfast? Well, I must sayโฆ itโs a genius idea!
This healthy breakfast quesadilla is the perfect, quick and easy breakfast for someone intent on sticking to their diet. Itโs a simple recipe, and my favorite thing about it is that you can easily make a few of them at a time and freeze them for an easy meal prep idea!
Get creative with it and add different kinds of meat and cheese if you wantโฆ just try to stay away from bacon ( I know, I know bacon is ๐คค) but go for lean proteins instead, like turkey sausage, chicken or mozzarella cheese, this way you can keep the calories and saturated fats under control.
3. Whole-Wheat Bagels
If youโre going to eat carbs, itโs best to eat them in the morning, that way your body has all day to use them for stored energy, and eventually burn them all off before bedtime. That is why I recommend eating a whole-wheat bagel for breakfast if youโre looking for a healthy, yet filling breakfast idea. My favorite thing to do is buy a plain, fresh-made bagel from the bakery and then add my own seasoning to it. If there is ever a time you wonder what to use everything bagel seasoning onโฆ this is it!
4. Overnight Oats
If youโre getting hungry just by looking at this picture, then you have to try overnight oats sometime. They are super simple to make, yet totally delicious! I like to soak my oats in almond milk for a nuttier flavor, but 2% or skim milk works too. I then add some honey, chia seeds, fresh fruit and a dash of brown sugar for a simple, yet healthy breakfast. For full recipes and different overnight oats ideas check out www.laurafuentes.com.
5. Triple Berry Smoothie
If you read my post outlining my top 5 favorite foods for weight loss, you wouldnโt be too surprised to see this delicious smoothie recipe on the list. My very own Triple Berry Smoothie recipe, is an easy smoothie recipe for weight loss that everyone will enjoy. The reason I like to drink smoothies for breakfast is because they are quick, simple to make, and easy to take on the go. If you think a smoothie is something you would enjoy as a morning pick me up, than definitely check out this recipe!
Triple Berry Smoothie
Delicious and Healthy smoothie recipe that is SUPER refreshing and great for a mid-day snack craving!
- 1 cup almond milk or 2% if you prefer
- 1/4 cup Red Raspberries
- 1/4 cup Blackberries
- 1 cup Strawberries
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp chia seeds Optional
- 1 cup Spinach
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Step 1: Combine all of the ingredients into the blender and blend on high until the smoothie reaches desired consistency ( I like mine a little chunky)
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Step 2: THERE ARE NO MORE STEPS ENJOY! ๐
6. Spinach & Egg White Omelet
An omelet is the perfect hot and tasty breakfast for a weekend at home, so why not turn this breakfast favorite into a healthy meal option for your easy weight loss meal plan? By using only the egg whites, you can reduce the number of calories in the egg leaving room for all of them delicious, cheesy goodies you want to stuff your omelet with, without going over your calorie limit for the morning.
You can buy egg whites already separated but I like to separate my own using a simple egg separator for a fresh, and easy approach to egg whites. I then add in my spinach, salt, pepper and turkey sausage before pouring the mixture into the frying pan. As soon as the egg starts to harden I sprinkle in my cheddar and mozzarella cheese before folding the egg in half, creating a perfectly round Spinach & Egg White Omelet.
7. Yogurt
If you need a quick and easy breakfast that you can take on the go, yogurt is my go to favorite for sure! Itโs super simple, you donโt have to worry about following a recipe, and there are tons of different flavors and varieties to choose from. I try to stick to Greek yogurt, like chobani, but really any yogurt will do as long as it isnโt loaded with high fructose corn syrup or sugar substitutes ( like aspartame, sucralose or saccharine).
8. Fresh Fruit Salad
You canโt go wrong with fresh fruit!
If youโre really struggling to find a breakfast recipe or item that you actually like why not just stick to some fresh fruit in the morning. Fruit is packed with natural sugar, making it the perfect thing to jump start your metabolism, and it tastes great in the morning after youโve had your first sip of coffee. I like to go for tropical fruits like pineapple, mango and oranges but berries and bananas will work too if thatโs what you like!
When it comes to eating healthy breakfast foods for weight loss in the morning, any of these delicious breakfast foods will get the job done โ A healthy and nutritious breakfast is a great way to not only lose weight fast but also maintain it.
If you still need help finding the right foods for easy weight loss meals and ideas, definitely check out my FREE 7-day sample meal plan below: I ate these exact same things and lost 30 poundsโฆ easy! Just drop your email in the box below and be sure to confirm your interest in the meal plan so I can send that directly to your inbox ๐