5 Simple & Tasty Breakfast Recipes
Posted on 4 April 2009
Natural Breakfast
Breakfast for people on the move who are trying to eat a wholefoods diet can be a tricky one. Unfortunately when we roam the streets these days we are presented with pastries and processed cereals as the only option for an on the go breakfast. Rest assured there is another way and here are some of my favorites. Some are lighter than others so pick accordingly on your level of appetite.
1- Eggs, Bacon and Fruit
This one is a classic and easy breakfast. Roll with it anyway you like just make sure you cook the eggs with some good fat (try Coconut Oil, Butter, or Olive Oil) or even the excess fat from the bacon. Don’t add any processed modern oils. Thanks to Free the Animal for the picture!
2- Pumpkin, Whey and Berries
This is an old favorite of mine mainly due to its simplicity and the speed it can be made.
Step 1 - Stick half a can of Libby’s Pumpkin into a bowl
Step 2 -- Throw in some Natural Whey or 1-2 Raw Eggs and belnd it up
Step 3 -- Add the condiments. I like using a big handful of frozen blueberries plus some Nuts and Flaxseed. Add a dash of raw honey for extra sweetness.
Makes for a high fiber filling and convenient Paleo breakfast.
3- Berries, Nuts and Cream
This is a nice light way to start the day and it goes beautifully with a cup of black coffee. Simply grab some berries. I usually go for blueberries and throw them into a bowl. See them as the base, you are then free to experiment with some toppings. I love to throw on some Pecans, and coconut flakes and then drizzle with some Organic Single Cream. Enjoy with a side of fresh black coffee and you are in for a treat!
4- Paleo Shake
Not something I have gotten round to trying yet but it looks like convienient and easy way to get some healthy food in if your on the go!
5- Fruit, Nuts and Cheese
Another old school and simple favourite of mine. Most saturdays I head down to the local farmers market and pickup some Raw and Unprocessed local cheese. The stuff is delicious and is packed with healthy fats like CLA and packs a nice calcium punch along with a slow releasing dose of Protein.
Combo it up with some Fresh Fruit (A juicy Apple is good) and a selection of nuts and your in for a light but satisfying breakfast. Again its something that goes very nicely with a good cup of coffee.
Bonus Breakfasts
There are some great ideas for a Primal breakfast over at Nikki’s Blogspot where she provides a FREE PDF stacked with recipeies soc check it out….
Also Son of Grok gets real creative in the kitchen and has created a bunch of awesome stuff including the McSOG Breakfast Sandwich. So keep an eye on his blog.
Comment by Son of Grok
4 April 2009
Thanks for the props Chris! I usually only eat breakfast on the weekends (non work days). My breakfast is usually a stack of bacon, 4 fried eggs and some pork sausage all smothered in salsa… yummmmmm I am drooling already.
The SoG
Comment by Methuselah - Pay Now Live Later
4 April 2009
Some great-sounding breakfasts here Chris. I prefer to substitute sardines for the bacone because of the nasties they put in there, but the egg-fruit combination is always a winner. Did you realise the first photo is tagged ‘breakfast_polenta_recipe’? I think Polenta is basically ground cornmeal, so this might come under the heading processed cereal
Comment by Keith Norris
4 April 2009
Wow, I hadn’t thought to use sardines in lieu of bacon. Great idea!
Comment by Nate - Fit-Life
4 April 2009
I love to chop up a a handful of spinach and half a tomato to throw into my eggs. Shake in some red pepper flakes and you’re in business!
@ Nate: Thats a great idea and something that is often overlooked. Sneaking some greens into breakfast is a really good way to make a tasty egg dish…I usually make omelets with spinach and cheese inside. Amazing!
Comment by Terry
5 April 2009
These are some good ideas. I’ve got to try coconut oil. I’m a bacon and eggs girl but I don’t add fruit all the time. I have to do that more.
The whole paleo thing sounds good but I’m afraid I still like my toast. Oh well, nobody’s perfect. Thanks for your great ideas.
Comment by Terry
5 April 2009
Also what’s in that first pic?
There isn’t any link to a recipe. Looks like polenta with nuts and fruit.
By the way, you look very good.
@ Unfortunately the first pic is not included in the recipes. Its just some good looking food I found on Flickr the closest thing on the menu would be the Pumpkin recipe….
Comment by Trish (girlatgym)
8 April 2009
I have been wanting to mix things up for breakfast. I tend to eat the same thing all the time. Thanks for the ideas!
Comment by FitAndBusyDad
11 April 2009
Nice post, Chris. Lately, we’ve been doing the “Incan Warrior Breakfast”…
Quinoa mixed with berries, diced apple, pecans, a dash of cinnamon & nutmeg and then we top it with either full fat cream or coconut milk.
It tastes unbelievable! You should definitely give it a try.
Be well,
Chris Lopez