You know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day.
However, it’s hard to find the time to sit down and eat a nutritious meal every morning. Luckily, healthy and fast breakfasts can be portable! We’ve rounded up some of our favorite quick and easy breakfasts for girls on the go.
Smoothies
Smoothies are super simple to make, and are easy to take with you to class or in the car, especially if you put them in a reusable tumbler. Create your own recipe by combining your favorite fresh and/or frozen fruits, Greek yogurt or milk, fruit juice and some ice for a cold and refreshing breakfast treat. Add some protein powder, ground flax seeds or even spinach to increase the nutritional content and keep you full until lunch. If you’re having trouble coming up with your own recipe, check out our five favorite smoothie recipes here.
Peanut Butter Waffle
Toaster waffles are a great invention. Toast a whole grain waffle (we like these from Kashi) and spread it with a tablespoon of peanut, almond or sunflower seed butter. Top it off with bananas, strawberries or raisins to add some sweetness. The protein and fiber will help you focus throughout the morning, and if you top it with another waffle you’ll have a great handheld sandwich ready to go!
Granola Bars
Granola bars are a quick and yummy option, but boxed versions can be loaded with sugar and calories, even if they’re promoted as being “healthy.” Luckily, homemade granola bars are easy to make, and taste even better than store-bought ones.
Alton Brown’s granola bars combine rolled oats, sunflower seeds, almonds, dried fruit and other wholesome ingredients to make yummy bars that are easy to grab and go. They take about an hour to make including bake time, but they’ll keep in an airtight container all week, so they’re a good option for Sunday afternoon baking.Microwave Omelet
Who says eggs have to be cooked on the stovetop and eaten at the breakfast table? Eggs are easy to cook in the microwave and taste just as good! Beat an egg, a splash of milk, and any leftover veggies, meat or cheese that you have in a microwave safe container. Cook for 30 seconds, stir, and then cook for another 30 seconds or until solid. You can cook them at home to eat on the go or throw all the ingredients into a container with a lid to cook in the office microwave once you get to work. Just be sure to keep the mixture cold until you cook it.
Muffins
Muffins are the epitome of grab and go breakfast foods, but they often aren’t too nutritious. Store- bought versions can be chockfull of fat and empty carbs, which will leave you feeling bloated and exhausted before noon. Homemade muffins, however, can be delicious and full of vitamins and healthy whole grains. Greatist has some fabulous muffin recipes, ranging from sweet and fruity muffins to savory muffins to full-of-hidden-vegetables muffins. Like granola bars, muffins are a quick option to grab, and only take a little bit of time to make over the weekend.
Parfaits
Yogurt, fresh fruit and granola can be layered to create a delicious breakfast treat. In a mason jar or a similar to-go vessel, alternate layers of your favorite fruits (try some seasonal fruits like the ones listed here) and yogurt. Pack it up and bring it with you to eat at your desk or before class. Bring some granola in a resealable bag to sprinkle on top right before eating to add some crunch. You can even make the parfait the night before if you want. Keep the granola separate from the fruit and yogurt until you are ready to eat it so it doesn’t get soggy.
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