You know the saying "breakfast is the most important meal of the day," but it is
not always the easiest one when you are getting yourself and your family ready
in the morning. Planning quick breakfast options ahead of time can help the
mornings go a little smoother. And you will feel better knowing that you started
the day doing something healthful for yourself and your family. Here are a few
ideas to help ensure a good start to your day.
Smoothies
Smoothies are a quick breakfast option that can be taken anywhere. Just blend
together yogurt, milk or any kind of fruit juice, and fresh or frozen fruit.
Keep the fruit frozen to make it thicker. Experiment with your favorite yogurt
flavors and fruits. Try strawberry with banana, a mix of berries, mango and
strawberry. Any combination will work.
Breakfast Sandwiches
Try these quick sandwich ideas: Toast an English muffin or tortilla with cheese
and a slice of tomato for a quick "breakfast pizza." Spread peanut butter on
whole-wheat toast, an English muffin, toaster waffle, banana or pumpkin bread.
If you don't like peanut butter, try low-fat cream cheese. Add slices of your
favorite fruit to add more flavor and fiber to your morning. Breakfast burritos
with scrambled eggs, cubed ham and salsa are a great start to your day. Make
extra crustless quiche for dinner and pop a serving in a tortilla with salsa for
a quick breakfast burrito.
Cereal on the Go
Put cereal in baggies the night before for the mornings when you have no time.
Try mixing different whole-grain cereals for a variety of flavor. Make parfaits
of yogurt, fresh berries and granola the night before for a grab-and-go option.
If you don't like the granola soggy, leave it off until morning.
Plan Ahead
Fix muffins, breakfast cookies, breads and even breakfast burritos on the
weekends and freeze. Take them out the night before to thaw and warm in the
microwave or toaster oven before you run out the door. Smoothie ingredients can
be combined in a container the night before and blended with a handheld blender
in the morning. Make a quiche over the weekend and warm up pieces for breakfast
during the week.
*Information compiled from livestrong.com