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17 Breakfast Recipes to Support Healthy Immunity

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Danielle DeAngelis Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD October 12, 2022
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There's nothing like a tasty breakfast to kickstart your morning, and these recipes will help you feel good and satisfied to start your day. Starring leafy greens, probiotics and vitamins (like A, C, D, E and zinc), these dishes support your immune system to help it function at its best. Recipes like our Breakfast Salad with Egg & Salsa Verde Vinaigrette and Raspberry-Peach-Mango Smoothie Bowl are delicious and nutritious morning meals.

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Breakfast Salad with Egg & Salsa Verde Vinaigrette

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Salad for breakfast? Don't knock it until you've tried it. We love how this meal gives you 3 whole cups of vegetables to start your day.

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Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

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This healthy smoothie recipe has all the flavor of a pumpkin spice latte without all the sugar. Made with real pumpkin and frozen banana, this whips into a creamy, luscious grab-&-go breakfast (or snack) in just 5 minutes.

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Spinach & Egg Scramble with Raspberries

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This quick egg scramble with hearty bread is one of the best breakfasts for weight loss. It combines protein-packed eggs and superfood raspberries with filling whole-grain toast and nutrient-rich spinach. The protein and fiber help fill you up and keep you going through the morning.

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Pineapple Green Smoothie

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Use ripe bananas for this creamy Greek yogurt, spinach and pineapple smoothie. Chia seeds add healthy omega-3 fats, fiber and a little protein for an extra nutritional boost.

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Egg Sandwiches with Rosemary, Tomato & Feta

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These hearty breakfast sandwiches are packed with ingredients that are popular in Mediterranean cuisines, including feta, tomato and spinach.

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Raspberry-Peach-Mango 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

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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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Berry Chia Pudding

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Chia seeds are a good source of healthy omega-3 fatty acids, plus they have fiber, iron and calcium. Here they're mixed with a fruity base and refrigerated until the chia seeds expand to form a thick, creamy texture similar to tapioca. Pudding for breakfast? We're in.

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Rainbow Frittata

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This delicious frittata is loaded with heart-healthy, omega-3 enriched eggs and a medley of colorful vegetables. Start cooking the vegetables on the stove and finish them up in the oven with the egg mixture. To serve, top with avocado slices, grape tomatoes and a touch of sriracha.

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"Egg in a Hole" Peppers with Avocado Salsa

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Colorful bell pepper rings stand in for bread in this healthy version of egg in a hole. Cook an egg inside the peppers and top with a vibrant avocado salsa for a cheerful breakfast.

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Strawberry-Pineapple Smoothie

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Blend almond milk, strawberry and pineapple for a smoothie that's so easy you can make it on busy mornings. A bit of almond butter adds richness and filling protein. Freeze some of the almond milk for an extra-icy texture.

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Chickpea & Potato Hash

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The eggs cook right on top of this chickpea and potato hash--cook them a few extra minutes if you prefer hard-set eggs. Serve with warm pita bread and a cucumber salad with mint and yogurt.

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Cheddar and Zucchini Frittata

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This frittata is made with cheddar cheese and zucchini and is quick and easy to prepare. With just 115 calories per serving, this is a guilt free meal.

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Spinach & Feta Scrambled Egg Pitas

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This meatless dinner comes together in only 15 minutes, thanks to the convenience of frozen chopped spinach and crumbled feta. We've added a flavorful burst of sun-dried tomato tapenade to spread over the whole-wheat pita before nestling the scrambled eggs inside. If you can't find it, basil pesto or sun-dried tomato pesto also work well.

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Strawberry-Blueberry-Banana Smoothie

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A smoothie with strawberries, blueberries and banana is delicately sweet and entirely kid-friendly, even with a boost of protein from hemp seeds. Freeze the fruits ahead of time for an extra frosty texture once blended.

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Baked Eggs in Tomato Sauce with Kale

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You can make these three-ingredient tomato-simmered eggs with things you probably already have on hand in your freezer and pantry. To make these baked eggs more like eggs in purgatory, look for a spicy tomato sauce and don't forget some whole-wheat bread for dipping.

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Really Green Smoothie

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The combination of kale and avocado makes this healthy smoothie recipe extra green. Chia seeds lend this creamy smoothie a heart-healthy punch of fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.

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    1 of 17 Breakfast Salad with Egg & Salsa Verde Vinaigrette
    2 of 17 Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
    3 of 17 Spinach & Egg Scramble with Raspberries
    4 of 17 Pineapple Green Smoothie
    5 of 17 Egg Sandwiches with Rosemary, Tomato & Feta
    6 of 17 Raspberry-Peach-Mango Smoothie Bowl
    7 of 17 Muffin-Tin Omelets with Feta & Peppers
    8 of 17 Berry Chia Pudding
    9 of 17 Rainbow Frittata
    10 of 17 "Egg in a Hole" Peppers with Avocado Salsa
    11 of 17 Strawberry-Pineapple Smoothie
    12 of 17 Chickpea & Potato Hash
    13 of 17 Cheddar and Zucchini Frittata
    14 of 17 Spinach & Feta Scrambled Egg Pitas
    15 of 17 Strawberry-Blueberry-Banana Smoothie
    16 of 17 Baked Eggs in Tomato Sauce with Kale
    17 of 17 Really Green Smoothie

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