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23 Healthy Breakfast Ideas That Serve One

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Leah Goggins Updated May 13, 2022
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"Hash Brown, Egg & Cheese Sandwich"
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Cut down on prep time and food waste with these healthy breakfasts meant for one. Whether you start your day cooking something fresh and filling or set yourself up for success with a make-ahead meal, there's something tasty for you. Recipes like our Hash Brown, Egg & Cheese Sandwich and Raspberry-Peach-Mango Smoothie Bowl hit the spot every time.

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Everything Bagel Avocado Toast

Everything Bagel Avocado Toast
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Get all the flavor of an everything bagel married with the creaminess of avocado toast in one healthy breakfast. Just toast, top, sprinkle and go for this quick morning meal when you need to get out the door fast. Want to take it up a notch? Top with a poached or fried egg.

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Sriracha, Egg & Avocado Overnight Oats

Sriracha, Egg & Avocado Overnight Oats
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If you love avocado toast, give this savory overnight oats recipe a try. The oats soak overnight for easy "cooking." In the morning, just top with a fried egg, avocado and Sriracha for a satisfying healthy breakfast.

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Raspberry-Peach-Mango Smoothie Bowl

Easy Smoothie Bowl
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This healthy smoothie recipe is a gateway to the smoothie-bowl craze. Use whatever fruit, nuts and seeds you like best to make it your own. Be sure to use frozen fruit in Step 1 to yield a creamy, frosty base for the toppings.

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Muffin-Tin Omelets with Feta & Peppers

Greek Muffin-Tin-Omelets With Feta and Peppers on white plate
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These Greek-inspired baked mini omelets are the perfect breakfasts on the go. Mix the batter the night before, and they'll be ready to bake in the morning. Once they're baked, you can keep these tasty omelet muffins in your fridge or freezer for future meals. Double score!

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Low-Carb Bacon & Broccoli Egg Burrito

Low-Carb Bacon & Broccoli Egg Burrito
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Instead of wrapping up eggs in a tortilla for a classic breakfast burrito, we're wrapping up veggies and bacon in a tortilla made out of eggs. Just whip up an easy omelet and nestle your cooked veggies inside to slash the carbs in this healthy, gluten-free burrito.

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California-Style Breakfast Sandwich

California-Style Breakfast Sandwich 
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This fresh-tasting bagel breakfast sandwich comes together in minutes with just a few ingredients. Creamy avocado pairs with crunchy onions and sprouts for a filling, healthy breakfast with layers of flavor.

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Hash Brown, Egg & Cheese Sandwich

"Hash Brown, Egg & Cheese Sandwich"
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This take on the classic breakfast sandwich swaps out the bread or bagel for crispy hash brown patties. It makes a great gluten-free option for breakfast on the go.

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White Bean & Avocado Toast

White Bean & Avocado Toast
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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.

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Pumpkin Cheesecake Overnight Oats

pumpkin cheesecake overnight oats
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With pumpkin, ricotta and a little maple, this easy overnight oats recipe tastes like dessert, but it's actually good for you! Plus, it's perfect for a quick, on-the-go healthy breakfast.

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Waffle with Bacon, Fried Egg & Chives

Frozen waffle with bacon, fried egg & chives
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Want a breakfast that's warm, filling and flavorful, but only have a few minutes? We've got you covered. Frozen waffles make a great breakfast option when you're crunched for time. Just toast a waffle and top it with bacon, a fried egg and chives (or any other herbs you have on hand) for a tasty breakfast that combines whole grains, healthy fat and protein to fuel your morning.

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Acai-Blueberry Smoothie Bowl

Acai-Blueberry Smoothie Bowl
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For those mornings when you're looking to up your fruit smoothie game, this healthy smoothie bowl recipe is the perfect answer. Thick enough to eat with a spoon and topped with raspberries, granola, coconut and chia seeds, this healthy breakfast bowl is bursting with flavor.

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Creamy Scrambled Eggs with Chives

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The secret to getting these scrambled eggs creamy is whisking plain kefir into the uncooked eggs. Using the French method for soft curds, the beaten eggs are cooked slowly. For the best results, use a nonstick pan.

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Mocha Overnight Oats

Mocha Overnight Oats
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Give your oatmeal an energy kick with this coffee-drink-flavored overnight oats recipe. Chocolate, walnuts, maple and cacao nibs make give this healthy breakfast luxurious flavor.

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Muesli with Raspberries

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Unlike granola, muesli isn't baked with sweeteners or oil. Make your own or find your favorite brand in most supermarkets--we like Bob's Red Mill.

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Easy Loaded Baked Omelet Muffins

Easy Loaded Baked Omelet Muffins
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Protein-packed omelet muffins, or baked mini omelets, are a perfect breakfast for busy mornings. Make a batch ahead and freeze for the days when you don't have time for your typical bowl of oatmeal. You can also serve these fresh with fruit salad for a simple weekend brunch.

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Mascarpone & Berries Toast

Mascarpone & Berries Toast
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Creamy mascarpone is delightful when topped with mixed berries and mint for this bright-tasting, easy and healthy breakfast toast.

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Spinach & Egg Sweet Potato Toast

Spinach & Egg Sweet Potato Toast
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Skip the gluten and get some vitamin C with this healthy sweet potato toast recipe. Topped with spinach, egg and a dash of hot sauce, it's a delicious alternative to eggs Benedict.

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Peanut Butter Protein Overnight Oats

Peanut Butter Protein Overnight Oats
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Powdered peanut butter is a handy pantry staple that makes a great vegan protein booster for oatmeal and smoothies. Double or triple this recipe to meal-prep breakfasts for the week or to have breakfast ready for the entire family.

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Strawberry-Ricotta Waffle Sandwich

Strawberry-Ricotta Waffle Sandwich
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Here's a sweet spin on a healthy breakfast-sandwich recipe. Other seasonal fruit, such as blueberries or sliced peaches, would be tasty toppers too.

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Quick Breakfast Taco

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A smaller cousin of the breakfast burrito, the breakfast taco made with reduced-fat Cheddar and egg substitute is a satisfying and healthy breakfast option.

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Peanut Butter-Banana Cinnamon Toast

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This satisfying peanut butter-banana toast gets a sprinkle of cinnamon for an extra flavor boost.

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3-Ingredient Baked Feta & Cherry Tomato Egg Muffins

3-Ingredient Baked Feta & Cherry Tomato Egg Muffins
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The baked feta and cherry tomato pasta became famous on TikTok and Instagram for good reason—the combination is delicious! Here we transformed this trend into a super-simple 3-ingredient breakfast option you can enjoy all week long. All you need to do is fill muffin cups with halved cherry tomatoes and cubed feta, then fill with beaten eggs and optional fresh basil and bake until set. It's an easy, oh-so-tasty way to start your morning.

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Coconut Chai-Spiced Overnight Oats

Coconut Chai-Spiced Overnight Oats
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Give basic cinnamon oatmeal a spice upgrade with the warm and toasty notes of chai. Coconut milk makes these overnight oats ultra-creamy and delicately sweet too.

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    1 of 23 Everything Bagel Avocado Toast
    2 of 23 Sriracha, Egg & Avocado Overnight Oats
    3 of 23 Raspberry-Peach-Mango Smoothie Bowl
    4 of 23 Muffin-Tin Omelets with Feta & Peppers
    5 of 23 Low-Carb Bacon & Broccoli Egg Burrito
    6 of 23 California-Style Breakfast Sandwich
    7 of 23 Hash Brown, Egg & Cheese Sandwich
    8 of 23 White Bean & Avocado Toast
    9 of 23 Pumpkin Cheesecake Overnight Oats
    10 of 23 Waffle with Bacon, Fried Egg & Chives
    11 of 23 Acai-Blueberry Smoothie Bowl
    12 of 23 Creamy Scrambled Eggs with Chives
    13 of 23 Mocha Overnight Oats
    14 of 23 Muesli with Raspberries
    15 of 23 Easy Loaded Baked Omelet Muffins
    16 of 23 Mascarpone & Berries Toast
    17 of 23 Spinach & Egg Sweet Potato Toast
    18 of 23 Peanut Butter Protein Overnight Oats
    19 of 23 Strawberry-Ricotta Waffle Sandwich
    20 of 23 Quick Breakfast Taco
    21 of 23 Peanut Butter-Banana Cinnamon Toast
    22 of 23 3-Ingredient Baked Feta & Cherry Tomato Egg Muffins
    23 of 23 Coconut Chai-Spiced Overnight Oats

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