10+ Easy Breakfasts You’ll Want to Make This Spring
There’s something in this mix of fresh and healthy breakfast recipes for every occasion, whether you need a quick weekday bite or a veggie-filled quiche for weekend brunch. Each recipe requires 25 minutes of active time or less, so you can have a hands-off morning and enjoy a tasty meal. Recipes like our No-Added-Sugar Mango Lassi Smoothie and our Blueberry-Coconut-Walnut Baked Oatmeal are simple ways to enjoy some of spring’s most delicious seasonal produce.
No-Added-Sugar Mango Lassi Smoothie
photographer: Jen Causey, food stylist: Julian Hensarling, prop stylist: Josh Hoggle
Inspired by the Indian drink, this high-protein mango lassi smoothie is the perfect fuel for your busy day! Made with juicy frozen mangoes, creamy Greek-style yogurt and nutrient-packed hemp seeds, it’s packed with protein to keep you full and energized.
Blueberry-Coconut-Walnut Baked Oatmeal
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel
This baked oatmeal gets natural sweetness from banana and dates with bursts of juicy blueberries and a nutty crunch from walnuts. This hearty dish is perfect for meal prep or sharing at brunch, offering a nutritious start to your day. Serve it warm with a dollop of yogurt.
Creamy Raspberry-Peach Chia Seed Smoothie
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey
This creamy smoothie is the best way to start your day or recharge in the afternoon. Chia seeds add a healthy dose of fiber to keep you full and satisfied. The natural sweetness of frozen peaches combined with dates and the tangy brightness of raspberries make every sip refreshing and satisfying.
Banana–Peanut Butter Yogurt Parfait
Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl
This yogurt parfait is a delicious and nutritious breakfast that relies on the natural sweetness of ripe bananas to create a creamy, flavorful base. Banana and peanut butter is a classic pairing that also provides healthy fats and a boost of protein.
Egg, Tomato & Feta Breakfast Pita
Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl
This breakfast pita is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a delicious start to their day! This easy breakfast combines fresh veggies and feta cheese with za’atar, a fragrant spice blend that enhances the taste without adding sodium or sweeteners.
Creamy Orange Smoothie
Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Tricia Manzanero, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
This creamy smoothie makes the most of the entire orange—peel and all. We recommend fresh ginger for the best flavor here, but you can substitute ¼ teaspoon ground ginger in its place if you prefer.
Shredded Wheat with Raisins & Walnuts
Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl
This shredded wheat bowl is an easy breakfast to reach for when you want something quick with plenty of fiber and healthy fats from the nuts and dried fruit. For a no-added-sugar breakfast, be sure to use unsweetened shredded wheat cereal.
Papaya-Pineapple Smoothie
Jen Causey
Loaded with banana, papaya, pineapple and kiwi, this refreshing smoothie is a tropical-flavored beverage that tastes great and can help you tame bloating.
BLT Breakfast Sandwich
Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl
This open-face sandwich is a delicious way to start your day. Turkey bacon provides savory flavor and crunch while keeping fat and calories in check. Country-style whole-wheat bread (or sourdough) often comes without added sugars, making it the best choice here.
Spinach & Feta Mug Scrambled Eggs
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel
Whip up eggs with a few simple ingredients in a microwave-safe mug, and you have the makings of a breakfast that’s prepped, seasoned and will be ready to eat in a little more than a minute before running out the door.
Orange-Mango Smoothie
Ali Redmond
The vitamin C from the oranges in this smoothie helps support immune health, making it a great staple during cold and flu season. Plus, it tastes just like a creamsicle.
Ricotta Toast with Peaches & Prosciutto
Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek
This ricotta toast with peaches and prosciutto offers the perfect balance of creamy, sweet and savory flavors. For even more flavor, drizzle the toasts with a bit of honey or balsamic glaze and garnish with a fresh herb like basil or mint.
Berry-Green Tea Smoothie
Heami Lee, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christine Keeley
This vibrant smoothie is a refreshing, nutrient-packed beverage with plenty of anti-inflammatory benefits. It combines antioxidant-rich berries, green tea and omega-3-rich chia seeds with the natural sweetness of dates, blending into a delicious, healthy drink.
Feta, Egg & Spinach Breakfast Taco
Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco
It doesn’t get easier than this healthy breakfast taco that’s ready in just five minutes. Kale or arugula will work just as well if you don’t have spinach on hand.
Blistered Cherry Tomato & Fried Egg Toast
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel
Here, a crusty slice of whole-wheat bread gets slathered with an herbaceous ricotta spread and topped with juicy, blistered tomatoes and a fried egg.