Amazing Breakfasts
It is summertime, and you might not want to eat anything that would be too heavy for your stomach. These unique recipes for energy-boosting, low-fat summer breakfasts will help you have a better start to the day.
1. Overnight Oats Breakfasts
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Fresh berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries)
- Honey (optional)
Instructions:
1. Combine the oats, almond milk, chia seeds, and vanilla extract In a jar or bowl,
2. Stir well to mix.
3. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
4. Serve in the morning with a topping of fresh berries and a drizzle of honey, if desired.
2. Smoothie Bowl
Ingredients:
- 1 frozen banana
- 1/2 cup frozen mango chunks
- 1/2 cup frozen berries
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- Granola
- Chia seeds
- Fresh fruit slices (banana, kiwi, berries)
Instructions:
1. Combine the frozen banana, mango, berries, and almond milk in blender.
2. Blend until smooth and thick.
3. Pour into a bowl and top with granola, chia seeds, and fresh fruit slices.
3. Greek Yogurt Parfait Breakfasts
Ingredients:
- 1 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
- Fresh fruit (berries, sliced peaches, or kiwi)
- Granola
- Honey (optional)
Instructions:
1. Layer the Greek yogurt with fresh fruit and granola in a glass or bowl.
2. Repeat layers if desired.
3. Drizzle with honey if you want extra sweetness.
4. Chia Seed Pudding
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup almond milk
- Fresh fruit (berries, sliced banana, or mango)
- Cinnamon (optional)
Instructions:
1. Combine the chia seeds and almond milk in a jar or bowl.
2. Stir well to avoid clumping.
3. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
4. In the morning, stir again and top with fresh fruit and a dash of cinnamon.
5. Fruit Salad Breakfasts
Ingredients:
- 1 cup watermelon, cubed
- 1 cup pineapple, cubed
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced
- 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions:
1. Combine all the fruit in a large bowl.
2. Squeeze the lime juice over the fruit.
3. Toss gently to combine.
6. Avocado Toast
Ingredients:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 slices whole-grain bread
- Cherry tomatoes, halves
- Sea salt and pepper
Instructions:
1. Toast the wholegrain bread slices.
2. Mash the avocado in a bowl and spread it evenly on the toasted bread.
3. Top with halved cherry tomatoes.
4. Sprinkle with sea salt and pepper to taste.
7. Vegetable Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1 cup spinach
- 1/2 cucumber, chopped
- 1 celery stalk, chopped
- 1 apple, cored and chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions:
1. Combine
all ingredients in a blender.
2. Blend until
smooth.
3. Pour into
a glass and serve immediately.
8. Quinoa Breakfast Bowl
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
- Fresh berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries)
- 1/4 cup non-fat yogurt
- Honey (optional)
Instructions:
1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions and let it cool.
2. In a bowl, mix the cooked quinoa with fresh berries.
3. Add a dollop of non-fat yogurt on top.
4. Drizzle with honey if desired.
9. Cottage Cheese with Fruit
10. Whole Grain Toast with Nut Butter and Banana
Ingredients:
Ingredients:
- 2 slices whole-grain bread
- 2 tablespoons almond or peanut butter
- 1 banana, sliced
Instructions:
1. Toast the wholegrain bread slices.
2. Spread a thin layer of almond or peanut butter on each slice.
3. Top with banana slices.
Enjoy these nutritious, energizing breakfasts perfect for summer!
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