Morning time can be stressful and time is precious when you’re trying to get out the door. Yet, it is still no reason not to fuel your tank before you head out to your busy day. Breakfast sets your body up to work more efficiently and increases your metabolism.
It also lowers your stress level if you know how to choose a healthy, yet quick meal on the go. Try these breakfasts ideas for rushed mornings and you’ll never have to skip the most important meal of the day again.
1. WHOLE GRAIN WAFFLEWICH
One of the most popular breakfast ideas for rushed mornings is to take a whole grain waffle, like Kashi brand, and spread 2 tbsp. raw almond butter on top. Sprinkle with flaxseed and then spread 2 tbsp. nonfat Greek yogurt on top for a nice creamy filling with extra protein. Add any fresh berries if you want, or even a few raisins, and fold into a sandwich. This is a great option if you’re stuck eating in your car, or just need something you can make for yourself and your kids at the same time. It also makes for a tasty breakfast on those mornings you just feel like being a kid again!
2. YOGURT CUP WITH OATS, FRUIT AND NUTS
Another great healthy breakfast option is to empty a 6 ounce container of unsweetened yogurt, like Chobani plain Greek yogurt, into a to-go cup or coffee travel mug. Add in ½ cup whole grain oats, any fruit you want and a few unsalted raw nuts or 2 tbsp. raw nut butter, flaxseeds or chia seeds. Then just stir and go for a quick 2 minute parfait. You could also blend this with some almond milk for a smoother, easy to drink option. You can also use 1 cup almond milk.
3. A SMOOTHIE
Another go-to option for a breakfast on the go is a simple smoothie. Now, you can get fancy if you want to, or make it as simple as you want to. In the morning, add a 6 ounce plain unsweetened Greek yogurt to your blender. Pour in ½ cup mixed frozen berries and add 1 scoop your choice protein powder. Throw in 2 cups spinach for a green smoothie option or leave it out. Add 1 cup unsweetened almond milk. I also like to add flaxseeds or chia seeds for extra fiber, and a green powder like Amazing Grass cacao green powder for a superfood boost. This is my favorite recipe for maximum nutrition that takes under 5 minutes. You can even get ahead of the game and make these ahead of time and freeze them in weekly batches in mason jars for good storage. Defrost one in the fridge the night before and it’s ready to go in the morning.
4. EGG MUFFINS
Maybe you’re an egg kinda person when it comes to breakfast but don’t have time for a relaxing scramble session. No worries there! Simply bake your eggs into muffin cups for the week and throw some veggies into the mix for extra nutrition. You can make a week’s worth at a time by using 6 organic eggs and 6 egg whites. Mix this with 2 cups of your choice chopped veggies and bake on 350 for 30 minutes. Such as red peppers, celery and mushrooms or chopped spinach. You can also add some herbs and black pepper for extra flavor. This make 12 muffins and 2 is plenty to fill you up each morning. After these come out of the oven, let them cool, wrap them in foil and store in the fridge for the week. You can eat them cold, or heat them in the microwave for 20 seconds, but be sure to remove the foil first!
