10 Things Healthy People Eat for Breakfast

Posted by Allison Day on January 7, 2018

Beginning each morning with a nourishing breakfast sets the tone for a healthy day, helping you stay motivated and energized. But keeping things fresh to reduce dietary boredom, which can lead to less healthy eating habits (we’re looking at you, drive-thru breakfast sandwiches), can seem overwhelming and complicated. To assist, we’ve brought together a super-crew of real-food, healthy living experts to share their go-to morning meal.

thelittleblackcoffeecup.com

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Clean Green Smoothie

<a href="www.instagram.com/thelittleblackcoffeecup" target="_blank">Ashley Tomlinson</a> is the creator of the website <a href="https://www.thelittleblackcoffeecup.com" target="_blank">The Little Black Coffee Cup</a>. It’s there you can find some of her work, along with good-for-you recipes, the majority being plant-based. In-between coffee, Ashley keeps things lean and green with nourishing, energizing foods, like this eye-catching, power-packed breakfast smoothie: “One of my go-to healthy breakfasts is a <a href="https://www.thelittleblackcoffeecup.com/journal/cleangreensmoothie" target="_blank">Clean Green Smoothie</a> topped with blueberries. Packed with fresh greens, protein and a little bit of caffeine, this green drink is one of my favourite ways to kick off a busy day.”
Marie Reginato

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Morning Glory Bowl

Marie Reginato is the cookbook author of Alternative Vegan, and a popular food <a href="http://mariereginato.com" target="_blank">blogger</a>. Marie creates recipes for readers of all diets and tastes using colourful produce and real food. Here, she’s sharing her Morning Glory Bowl, a vibrant breakfast dish from her cookbook: "I can’t think of a more nourishing breakfast bowl than this one. Beautiful greens are sauteed until tender and sprinkled with creamy hemp seeds, avocado slices and fresh dill. It highlights the simplicity of flavour pairings between a few fresh herbs, spices and deep greens."
kimdeon.com

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Loaded Oatmeal

<a href="http://kimdeon.com" target="_blank">Kim D’Eon</a> is a Holistic Nutritionist (R.H.N.), health magazine editor-in-chief, broadcaster, speaker and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kimdeoncom/" target="_blank">true inspiration</a> for those looking to eat healthy for life. Her go-to breakfast takes power-food to the next level, helping to stabilize blood sugar while giving the body what it craves, all in one beautiful bowl: “In winter, my go-to breakfast is loaded oatmeal. I say loaded because I'll add antioxidant-filled fruits like banana, dates or apples, topped with healthy fats like hemp seeds or shredded coconut. I'll also pour over a bit of coconut milk for extra creaminess. Add dash of cinnamon and a pat of organic butter and it’s a warm and nourishing breakfast bowl in just a few minutes. Oats also have lots of fibre that ‘sticks to your ribs’ and gets you through a busy morning with even blood sugar.”
fitmittenkitchen.com

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Sweet Potato Waffle Breakfast Sandwich

The blogger behind <a href="https://www.fitmittenkitchen.com/" target="_blank">Fit Mitten Kitchen</a>, Ashley Walterhouse, knows her way around mouthwatering-meets-healthy meals. Her website and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/fitmittenkitchen/" target="_blank">Instagram feed</a> are bursting with modern and classic recipes, all with a real food twist. Here, Ashley shares her healthy breakfast of choice filled with produce and protein: “My go-to breakfast is typically a savoury combination of eggs, sauteed kale, sweet potato and avocado. It's satisfying and filling thanks to the healthy fats. You can have fun with it and make a <a href="https://www.fitmittenkitchen.com/sweet-potato-waffle-breakfast-sandwich/" target="_blank">Sweet Potato Waffle Breakfast Sandwich!"</a>
chocolatecoveredkatie.com

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Healthy Banana Bread

You may know Katie of <a href="https://chocolatecoveredkatie.com/" target="_blank">Chocolate Covered Katie</a> from her epic healthy dessert blog, but she’s also a champion for nourishing morning meals. There’s something for both savoury and sweet breakfast fans here: “I'm often more of a savoury-breakfast person and really love vegetable scrambles or stir fries. But on the days when I do crave more of a sweet breakfast, two of my favourites are <a href="https://chocolatecoveredkatie.com/2016/01/18/how-to-make-overnight-oats-recipes/" target="_blank">Overnight Oats</a> or my <a href="https://chocolatecoveredkatie.com/2017/01/16/healthy-banana-bread/" target="_blank">Healthy Banana Bread</a> (pictured here), which basically tastes like you're eating cake for breakfast, and yet it is somehow good for you... best of both worlds!"
desireerd.com

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Beet Raspberry Smoothie Bowl

There are few people more in love with a plant-forward lifestyle than <a href=" https://desireerd.com/" target="_blank">Desiree Nielsen</a>, a Registered Dietitian, cooking show host and cookbook author. Her gorgeous, healthy breakfast idea is perfect for those with kids and no time to spare in the morning: “With two littles, I’ve got all of about five minutes to get something healthy in my belly. So I typically do overnight chia or oats, or a smoothie. Smoothies make it so easy to get quick protein and produce, my fave combination for energy. This <a href="https://desireerd.com/blushing-beet-smoothie-bowl/" target="_blank">Beet Raspberry Smoothie Bowl</a> is a sweet-tart treat that really helps me feel like I’m getting a solid start to the day, even on a crazy morning.”
instagram.com/cafejojo_

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Caribbean Plantain Pancakes

Josiane Marquis is best known for her bright and sunny, food-filled Instagram account <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cafejojo_/" target="_blank">@cafejojo_</a>. Josiane is based in Cost Rica, where local fruits feature prominently in the meals. Here, she shares her healthy breakfast alive with all of that dreamy tropical produce, Caribbean Plantain Pancakes: “This jungle-to-table breakfast will bring calor to any cold winter morning. Gluten-free and very tasty, they are made with only five ingredients: green plantain, baking soda, egg, coconut oil and sea salt. Serve them with tropical fruits like banana, passion fruit, golden berries or papaya. Then add toppings for texture: a drizzle of honey, pollen, oats, chopped almonds and raw cacao nibs. Pura vida!”
Colin Erricson

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Chocolate Hazelnut Waffles

Vegan chef, restaurant owner and cookbook author <a href="http://dougmcnish.com/" target="_blank">Doug McNish</a> crafts innovative, plant-focused, organic cuisine that all eaters, regardless of dietary preference, can’t resist. Doug’s food and recipes are approachable, fun and celebrated. He serves up classic breakfast items with a vegan spin at his <a href="http://dougmcnish.com/menus/" target="_blank">Public Kitchen</a> restaurant in Toronto, and when at home, enjoys a stack of gluten-free Chocolate Hazelnut Waffles, a recipe from his Vegan Everyday cookbook.
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Cranberry Pecan Oatmeal Porridge

<a href="http://www.mairlynsmith.com/" target="_blank">Mairlyn Smith, PHEc</a>, star of the <a href="https://youtu.be/wMOUdChe9rA" target="_blank">My Left Frying Pan</a> YouTube channel, cookbook author and healthy living champion shares two healthy breakfast ideas, one for cold mornings and another for warm ones: “On a cold morning: steel-cut oats cooked with dried cranberries and a chopped apple. After it's cooked, I'll add 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed, a handful of walnuts and a generous pour of a warm, unsweetened soy beverage or skim milk. That’s a whole lot of fibre, healthy fats and protein." "On a warm day: 0% MF Greek yogurt, seasonal fresh or frozen berries, 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed, a handful of walnuts and it’s ready. Once again – fibre, healthy fats and protein.” Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/slow-cooker-healthy-cranberry-pecan-oatmeal-porridge/19057/" target="_blank">Slow Cooker Healthy Cranberry Pecan Oatmeal Porridge</a>
kaynutrition.com

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Kale & Egg Breakfast Skillet

Stephanie Kay is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist bringing healthy living inspiration to kitchens everywhere, with approachable recipes, a motivational <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stephaniekaynutrition/" target="_blank">Instagram feed</a> and a gorgeous <a href="https://kaynutrition.com/" target="_blank">website</a> chock-full of nourishing recipes. Here, she shares a beautiful way to enjoy veggies and protein in the morning, all in under 10 minutes: “Eggs are my go-to healthy breakfast option because they're filling and so easy to prepare. This <a href="https://kaynutrition.com/2017/05/kale-eggs-breakfast-skillet/" target="_blank">Kale & Egg Breakfast Skillet</a> is my favourite combination, but the recipe is so versatile you can essentially include any veggies you have in the fridge. Topped with fresh pesto and a sprinkle of goat cheese, this dish goes from fridge to plate in no time.”
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