Choosing A Well-Balanced Breakfast
We all perceive breakfast as the most important meal of the day. But just because you’re aware that this meal is crucial doesn’t mean that you always have time to whip up something delicious.
The foods you eat for breakfast can affect your performance throughout the morning and how you feel.
Choosing a well-balanced breakfast
Classic omelet
Ingredients:
- Whisk eggs, water, salt, and pepper.
- Spray 8-inch (20 cm) non-stick skillet with cooking spray.
- When eggs are almost set on the surface but still look moist, cover half of the omelet with filling.
- Cook for a minute, then slide the omelet onto a plate.
- (Nutrients per serving as per without filling)
Sneak some spinach or tomatoes into your morning meal for a boost of nutrients to start your day off right. Carbohydrates should include, at the very least, some fruits or vegetables. If your calorie budget allows, add some whole grains as well.
Quinoa breakfast
Ingredients:
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond, soy, coconut, or skim!)
- 1 1/2 cups cooked quinoa (cooked with 1 teaspoon of salt)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 2 tablespoons sugar (or honey)
Cook the quinoa according to package directions, adding in a teaspoon of salt. Heat the milk in a small saucepan. Add the vanilla, sweetener, and quinoa, cook for a few minutes, until the quinoa is warmed through then place the hot cereal in two bowls. Top with fresh blueberries and serve right away!
Banana smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1 cup sliced banana (frozen is best, about 1 large banana)
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup milk (dairy, almond, oat milk, etc.)
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
Place all ingredients in a blender. Blend until smooth, adding more milk if needed to reach desired consistency. For an icy cold smoothie, throw in a handful of ice or use frozen fruits.