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Savory Breakfast Ideas

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These savory breakfast ideas are a terrific alternative to traditional sweet breakfast foods like pancakes.

From egg scrambles, tacos, and breakfast sandwiches, to savory oatmeal, there’s something for everyone in one of these incredible recipes.

8 different savory breakfast recipes

Savory Breakfast Recipes

These recipes are perfect for a relaxed weekend brunch -company optional- and for that classic breakfast for dinner night!

All are made with simple and fresh ingredients you often include in your weekly shopping list already.

large bowl of breakfast salad topped with a fried egg

Healthy Breakfast Salad

This delicious salad is packed with nutrition and everything you love. Roast the veggies that day or assemble the bowls with leftovers from dinner and save time!

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spinach bacon frittata in a pan

Bacon Spinach Frittata

Whisk, mix, and bake is all you need to do to make the easiest frittata ever.

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an english muffin breakfast sandwich on a plate

English Muffin Sandwiches

These homemade Egg McMuffins are fast and easy to make and can be frozen for a quick portable breakfast!

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breakfast quesadilla on a cutting board

Breakfast Quesadilla

Filling, has lots of protein and easy ingredients for a quick breakfast that everyone always loves!

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Healthy Burrito with Veggies

If you crave burritos for breakfast but without loading on the extra calories, this healthy recipe is the way to go!

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Overhead view of butternut squash and chorizo hash with two fried eggs

Sweet Potato Hash

One-pan sauteed veggies seasoned to perfection topped with eggs -any-way-you-like-them- for a mouth-watering and super nutritious bowl.

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vegetable quiche made with puff pastry crust with one slice taken out of it.

Puff Pastry Quiche

A savory breakfast to impress the guests with the simplicity of making a quiche that’s easy to customize.

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Zucchini and Parmesan Savory Waffle on napkins with parmesan on the side

Zucchini Parmesan Waffles

An easy way to add more veggies to your day and use up the extra in-season zucchini with that crisp waffle texture everyone loves.

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Shakshuka: An easy recipe to change up breakfast in the morning or to have breakfast for dinner!

Shakshuka

Yes, the name is complicated, but the recipe is super simple! Eggs, tomatoes, and spices come together in one skillet to change up your mornings!

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Need a fun breakfast idea? These Ham, Egg, & Cheese Breakfast Pizzas are delicious and can be made gluten free!

Ham, Egg, Cheese Pizzas

Pizza is more than a perfect weeknight dinner. Make these ham, egg, and cheese pizzas for breakfast, and no one will resist!

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two breakfast burritos in a lunch tin with strawberries

Make-ahead Burritos

Are you looking for a convenient protein-rich portable breakfast? Cook once and enjoy these burritos all week long! 

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Savory Oatmeal

Do you love oats for breakfast? Then you have to try these savory oatmeal breakfast recipes: wholesome meals that are also delicious and filling without weighing you down!

two bowls of dinner oatmeal topped with roasted vegetables and fried eggs

Oatmeal with Roasted Vegetables

This savory oatmeal with bacon and caramelized veggies is the ultimate healthy comfort food. An epic one-bowl meal that you can enjoy at any time of the day!

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Oatmeal with Summer Vegetables

What is better than a bowl of savory oatmeal? A bowl of savory oatmeal with an egg! Add fresh ingredients to make it the perfect savory summer breakfast.

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Savory oatmeal with an over easy egg on top

Oatmeal with Egg and Bacon

Creamy oatmeal, crispy bacon, a fried egg, and your favorite toppings turn into an easy and tasty breakfast you’ll want to make on repeat!

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Savory Muffins

These savory muffins are scrumptious and packed with veggies and protein. That means tons of nutrition in a portable breakfast!

Sausage Apple Muffins

Classic breakfast flavors like sausage, veggies, and cheese come together in these warm and soft muffins that everyone is going to love!

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Grain Free Morning Glory Muffins: dense, nutritious and keep you feeling full throughout the day. Great for breakfast on the go or to have as a snack.

Morning Glory Muffins

This gluten-free and grain-free version of morning glory muffins is super easy to make with a blender or food processor. Healthy and tasty!

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Lemon Zucchini Muffins

Zucchini, oats, and yogurt make these epic muffins not only gluten-free but also guilt-free! Moist, healthy, and super delicious!

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large serving bowl filled with high fiber muffins

High Fiber Muffins

Every bite of these muffins is packed with delicious flavors of cinnamon, carrots, and pineapple. Nutritious and delicious? Yes, please!

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Silver lunchbox with mini quiches, strawberriess and whole almonds

Carrot Zucchini Mini Muffins

A nutritious and tasty breakfast you can assemble quickly and using leftovers from the produce drawer! What can be better than that?

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spinach and bacon mini quiches in a metal lunchbox with strawberries and blueberries on the side

Spinach Bacon Mini Muffins

Even picky eaters will love these epic muffins made with spinach, bacon, and egg. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack to eat on the go!

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Savory Breakfast Bread

Bread is a breakfast classic! These simple and delicious savory recipes will make you forget about store-bought bread and biscuits.

paleo bread

Easy Bread for Sandwiches

Made with whole nuts and coconut flour, this easy Paleo bread has no grain, dairy, or sugar. A delicious way to enjoy your favorite sandwiches!

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Stuffed Pizza Biscuits

Pizza for breakfast? Yes! This buttery, cheesy, warm biscuit stuffed with pepperoni and melted Cheddar will change your life!

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a basket of honey wheat biscuits

Pillsbury Grands Homestyle Honey Wheat Biscuits

If you can measure flour, you can make these delicious honey wheat biscuits in less than 10 minutes. The oven does the rest!

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Almond Flour Biscuits

Delicious and easy to make in a food processor, these almond flour biscuits are low-carb, grain-free, and paleo!

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Breakfast Tacos

Taco night is my favorite dinner of the week, so why not enjoy all these amazing flavors first thing in the morning? These breakfast tacos are a terrific way to start the day with a delicious and satisfying meal that will keep you full for hours.

overhead look at fried eggs and steak tacos on a plate

Steak and Egg Tacos

Tender beef, perfect fajita veggies, and eggs are a crowd-pleasing combination that will make everyone jump out of bed right to the kitchen!

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three migas breakfast tacos on a board

Migas Tacos

In less than 10 minutes and with just a few ingredients, you can make these easy migas tacos for breakfast or any night of the week!

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Sausage Tacos with Pineapple Salsa

These tacos are smoky, tangy, and sweet all in one tortilla! A flavor feast to kickstart your tastebuds in the morning!

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bacon and egg breakfast taco topped with shredded cheese and tomatoes

Bacon and Egg Tacos

All those classic flavors from eggs and bacon we love to take for breakfast… inside a tortilla! Easy, quick, and yummy!

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Scrambled egg breakfast taco topped with black beans, cotijo cheese and avocado slices

Healthy Black Bean Tacos

Black beans turn these delicious tacos into a healthy and satisfying breakfast that will keep you full until your next meal!

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vegetarian chipotle beet and egg tostadas

Chipotle Beets with Goat Cheese and Egg Tostadas

Roasted chipotle beets are the heart of this vegetarian taco recipe full of flavors! Breakfast never tasted this good!

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huevos verdes tacos

Huevos Verdes Tacos

Scrambled eggs, salsa verde, and cheese stuffed into a warm tortilla is the best way to start your day. Trust me; you need these in your life!

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These savory breakfast ideas are a terrific alternative to traditional sweet breakfast foods and perfect for brunch or breakfast for dinner.

  • Author: Laura Fuentes
  • Prep Time: 5
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stove-top
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup milk or unsweetened almond milk (not vanilla)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • 2 ounces of feta cheese, divided
  • 4 eggs
  • Pitted black olives
  • Sliced cucumbers, optional
  • Sliced red bell peppers, optional

Instructions

  1. In a medium pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the oats and cook for 30 seconds to toast. 
  2. Add the water and milk to the pot and bring it to a simmer. 
  3. Turn the heat to low and allow to simmer for 8 to 10 minutes until the oats reach a thick consistency adding more water in if necessary. 
  4. Stir in the salt, garlic powder, and oregano. Keep on very low heat. 
  5. Meanwhile, place the eggs in a medium saucepan and cover with at least 2 inches of cold water. Stir in ½ tablespoon of salt and place over high heat until it reaches a boil. 
  6. Remove the saucepan from heat, cover it with a tight-fitting lid and let it sit for 6 minutes. 
  7. Drain the water from the saucepan and transfer the eggs to an ice bath. Allow them to cool for 5 minutes before peeling. 
  8. Divide the oatmeal between 4 bowls, and top each with a halved soft-boiled egg, feta cheese, olives, and sliced veggies. 

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Notes

You can prepare the eggs any way you like; fried, over easy, or hard-boiled. 

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 353
  • Sugar: 2.8 g
  • Sodium: 604.9 mg
  • Fat: 12.4 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6.1 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 37.1 g
  • Fiber: 6.1 g
  • Protein: 15.2 g
  • Cholesterol: 206.2 mg

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    January 04, 2023 at 10:24 am

    I can’t wait to try some of these, they look delicious

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