December 13, 2022
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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.
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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.
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.
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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Bacon Spinach Frittata
Whisk, mix, and bake is all you need to do to make the easiest frittata ever.
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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
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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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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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 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
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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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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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!
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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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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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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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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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 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.
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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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.
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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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 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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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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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
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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Savory Breakfast Ideas: Greek Oats Plus 27 more!
These savory breakfast ideas are a terrific alternative to traditional sweet breakfast foods and perfect for brunch or breakfast for dinner.
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 feta cheese, divided
- 4 eggs
- Pitted black olives
- Sliced cucumbers, optional
- Sliced red bell peppers, optional
Instructions
- In a medium pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the oats and cook for 30 seconds to toast.
- Add the water and milk to the pot and bring it to a simmer.
- 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.
- Stir in the salt, garlic powder, and oregano. Keep on very low heat.
- 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.
- Remove the saucepan from heat, cover it with a tight-fitting lid and let it sit for 6 minutes.
- Drain the water from the saucepan and transfer the eggs to an ice bath. Allow them to cool for 5 minutes before peeling.
- Divide the oatmeal between 4 bowls, and top each with a halved soft-boiled egg, feta cheese, olives, and sliced veggies.
Notes
You can prepare the eggs any way you like; fried, over easy, or hard-boiled.
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Nutrition
Serving: 1 bowlCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 13gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 184mgSodium: 602mgPotassium: 225mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 389IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 198mgIron: 3mg
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Erica
I can’t wait to try some of these, they look delicious