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Nov 8, 2023
60 Healthy Meal Prep Ideas

Busy week? These meal prep ideas are here to help! With tips and recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, they make eating healthy, delicious meals easy.


Meal Prep Ideas


Is anyone else trying to get in a new meal prep routine this fall? Jack and I took some time off last week for an end-of-summer trip to Michigan. It was so fun and relaxing, but when we got back, I realized just how busy the next few months are going to be. Thankfully, I have a full arsenal of healthy meal prep ideas to help us get through it. 🙂

In case you’re also having a busy fall, I’m sharing over 60 of my healthy meal prep ideas today. They include meal prep recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and they cater to a variety of meal prep styles and preferences. Do you like to prep components on the weekend to use in different ways throughout the week? Plenty of these meal prep ideas will catch your eye. Do you prefer to make a full recipe and reheat it when you’re ready to eat? I’ve got meal prep ideas for you, too! No matter your style, I hope these tips and recipes help you save money and eat well this season. Bon appétit!

Healthy Meal Prep Ideas for Breakfast

On a busy morning, there’s nothing better than having a healthy breakfast prepped and ready to go. P.S. Many of these breakfast meal prep recipes can also double as snacks!


4 bowls of overnight oats


Overnight Oats
Don’t have time to make hot oatmeal in the morning? Mix up these overnight oats the night before! Stored in a Mason jar, they’re a perfect grab-and-go breakfast.


Hard boiled eggs


Hard-Boiled Eggs
Left unpeeled, hard-boiled eggs keep well in the fridge for up to 5 days. Make a big batch on Sunday, and you’ll have a protein-packed breakfast ready for every day of the week!


Healthy meal prep ideas - Chia Seed Pudding


Chia Seed Pudding
This easy pudding is packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats. Before you eat, pile on fresh fruit, coconut flakes, and granola to take it over the top.


Easy meal prep recipes - Frittata Muffins


Mini Frittata Muffins
Store these egg and veggie muffins in the fridge for up to 3 days for a quick, healthy breakfast.


oatmeal breakfast cookies


Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies
I love starting my day with one of these soft, nourishing breakfast cookies. They keep well at room temperature for a few days, and they freeze perfectly for up to 3 months!


Healthy meal prep ideas - homemade granola


Homemade Granola
Serve it with your favorite yogurt or a splash of almond milk and fresh fruit.


Healthy Banana Bread


Healthy Banana Bread
Store it at room temperature for up to 4 days. After that, freeze slices to have on hand for busy mornings. ~30 seconds in the microwave are all it takes to thaw a piece of this moist, warmly-spiced bread.


Vegan breakfast burritos - healthy meal prep ideas


Vegan Breakfast Burrito
These vegan breakfast burritos are filled with my tofu scramble instead of scrambled eggs, which makes them 1) super flavorful and 2) freezer-friendly! Reheat one in the microwave for a delicious, satisfying breakfast.


pumpkin muffin recipe - easy meal prep recipes


Pumpkin Muffins
Freeze a batch for quick, cozy breakfasts.

Salad and Bowl Meal Prep Recipes

These healthy meal prep recipes are my favorite ones to pack for lunch. They’re filled with fresh veggies and herbs, so they’re light and flavorful, but ingredients like whole grains, beans, chickpeas, and/or avocado make them substantial enough to fill me up.


Mediterranean Quinoa Salad


Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
Roasted tomatoes, olives, and Italian dressing fill this hearty salad with complex flavors. You can prep the whole thing in advance – just hold the herbs until right before you eat.


Black bean and corn salad recipe


Black Bean and Corn Salad
This zesty salad actually improves as it sits in the fridge, so it’s a great one to make on a Sunday and enjoy throughout the week.


Broccoli pesto quinoa salad in meal prep containers


Broccoli Pesto Quinoa Salad
This healthy quinoa bowl is fresh and filling, topped with lemony pesto, crispy chickpeas, and crunchy veggies.


Healthy meal prep ideas - Orzo salad in a glass bowl


Orzo Salad
I had this one on repeat throughout the summer! Serve it as a side dish with dinner one night and save the leftovers for lunch the next day.


Easy meal prep ideas - Sesame Soba noodles


Sesame Soba Noodles
This recipe is one of my all-time favorite meal prep ideas. The nutty dressing tastes fantastic on a wide variety of veggies. Toss in whatever you have on hand!


Rainbow Kale Salad with Carrot Ginger Dressing


Kale Salad with Carrot-Ginger Dressing
Unlike tender lettuces, kale holds up nicely once it’s dressed, making this salad perfect for meal prep. Dried cranberries, toasted seeds, and the bright carrot-ginger dressing pack it with fun textures and flavors.


Meal prep lunch ideas - Mediterranean chickpea salad


Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
I especially love making this salad in late summer and early fall, when tomatoes, peppers, and fresh herbs are at their best.


Vegan Burrito Bowl


Vegan Burrito Bowls
Meal prep all the components on the weekend, and you’ll look forward to lunches all week! For a fun veggie twist, substitute cauliflower rice for regular rice.


Best Buddha bowl - vegan meal prep ideas


Best Buddha Bowl
A sunny turmeric-tahini sauce takes this veggie and brown rice bowl over the top.

Packable Sandwiches, Wraps, and Rolls

Most sandwiches are best on the day they’re made, so I like to prepare just the fillings in advance. That way, I can quickly assemble the sandwich on the day I plan to eat it, either in the morning before I head out the door, or, if I happen to be home, right before I eat.

If you’re taking a sandwich on the go, wrap it tightly in foil or a reusable sandwich wrap so that it holds together until lunchtime.


Best meal prep ideas - Egg Salad Recipe


Best Egg Salad
My bright, briny egg salad keeps well for up to 3 days in the fridge. Layer it into a delicious sandwich with watercress or pea shoots and poppy pickled onions.


Chickpea Salad Sandwich


Chickpea Salad Sandwich
A vegan twist on a pan bagnat, this sandwich is loaded with a hearty chickpea salad, olives, basil, and lots of fresh veggies.


Caprese sandwiches on focaccia bread - vegetarian meal prep ideas


Caprese Sandwich
Replace the mozzarella with sliced avocado and slathers of vegan pesto to make this recipe vegan.


Hands holding sliced healthy meal prep lunch wraps


Healthy Lunch Wraps
These zingy wraps are one of my go-to meal prep recipes right now. Fully assembled, they’ll keep for a day or two in the fridge, but if you prefer to prep for the entire week at once, you can store the components separately and put the wraps together throughout the week.


Chickpea Shawarma Wraps tied with string on a tray


Chickpea Shawarma Wraps
This recipe has a number of components, so it takes some time to meal prep, but, trust me, it is SO worth it. Stuffed with creamy hummus, pickled onions, spiced roasted chickpeas, and more, these satisfying plant-based wraps are bursting with flavor.


Peanut Noodle Spring Rolls - healthy meal prep ideas


Fresh Spring Rolls
Good news! You can assemble these peanut spring rolls entirely in advance, so they’re great for busy workdays. Served with extra peanut sauce for dipping, they’re such a fresh, yummy lunch.

Soups and Stews

If you ask me, soups and stews are some of the best easy meal prep ideas. Here’s why:

  1. They’re great for both lunch and dinner.
  2. They often taste better on the second or third day, after the flavors have had a chance to mingle.
  3. And they freeze super well.

Get ahead on your weekly meal prep by making a double batch of soup this weekend. Eat half this week, and freeze the rest for a busy week down the road. (These are my favorite containers for freezing soups and stews. They’re also perfect for prepping salads and bowls! Win-win.)


Vegetarian chili


Easy Vegetarian Chili
This smoky chili is a perfect one-pot meal! Thanks to the beans, it’s packed with protein, and it’s also filled with veggies like corn, onion, and peppers. If you like, top it with avocado and pickled red onions.


Easy Curry Recipe - healthy meal prep ideas


Easy Coconut Curry
If you’re looking for easy meal prep recipes, add this curry to your rotation ASAP. It’s super simple to make, and it tastes just as good on day 3 as it does on the day it’s made.


Vegetable Soup


Many-Veggie Vegetable Soup
Adapt this recipe to use whatever veggies you happen to have on hand. Squash? Spinach? Bell peppers? They’d all be great here.


Easy meal prep ideas - Cannellini beans and greens in a Dutch oven


Cannellini Beans and Greens
Make this recipe on a lazy Sunday when you’re hanging out at home. It takes some time, but it’s almost entirely hands-off.


Best Lentil Soup - Easy meal prep recipes


Best Lentil Soup
This soup’s lightly creamy broth and rich curry flavor have made it a Love & Lemons reader favorite. It keeps well for up to 4 days in the fridge and freezes like a dream.


Two bowls of vegan meal prep black bean soup


Black Bean Soup
Take your weekly meal prep to the next level by baking homemade cornbread to pair with this soup. They’re a match made in heaven, and both freeze perfectly.

More Freezer-Friendly Meal Prep Recipes

Soups and stews aren’t the only healthy meal prep ideas that freeze well! Make casseroles, patties, and more in bulk and freeze them to reheat on busy weeknights.


Baked ziti - healthy meal prep ideas


Easy Baked Ziti
What’s better than saucy, cheesy comfort food on a chilly fall night?! To freeze this recipe, assemble the casserole up until the point of baking. Cover and freeze it in the baking dish. To reheat, bake, covered in foil, at 350°F for one hour, or until warmed through. Uncover it for the last 20 minutes of baking to brown the cheese on top.


Falafel wrap with pickled onions and herbs - healthy meal prep recipes


Crispy Baked Falafel
Jam-packed with herbs and spices, these homemade falafel balls are SO darn flavorful! Freeze them after baking. Then, reheat in a 400°F-oven for about 10 minutes, or until crisp and heated through.


Black bean burger - easy meal prep ideas


Easy Black Bean Burger
Freeze the cooked patties for up to 2 months. Reheat by baking them in a 400°F-oven until heated through, about 10-20 minutes. Then, pile them onto buns with your favorite fixings! I recommend pickles, onion, lettuce, tomato, and a big slather of chipotle sauce.


Vegetarian Lasagna


Best Vegetarian Lasagna
Stuffed with roasted veggies, this recipe is a healthier version of the classic comfort food. To freeze and reheat it, follow the same method as the one listed for the baked ziti above.


Baked taquitos - easy meal prep ideas


Homemade Taquitos
A super-fun appetizer or light dinner! After baking, freeze them for up to a month. To reheat, pop them in a 400°F oven for about 25 minutes, or until crisp and warmed through. Enjoy them plain, or serve them with plenty of salsa and guac.

Basic Healthy Meal Prep Ideas

Up to this point, I’ve shared healthy meal prep recipes for complete dishes. But one of my favorite ways to meal prep is actually by preparing components – not full recipes – that I can use in a variety of ways throughout the week. A pot of rice, baked tofu, a flavorful sauce…

I recommend this method if you don’t want to eat the exact same thing every day of the week. Here are some of my favorite components to prepare, along with my go-to ways to use them:


4 types of Quinoa in wooden spoons


Whole Grains
Perfect for bulking up grain bowls and salads, serving with curries and stir-fries, or tossing into fried rice. These grains are the ones I meal prep most often:


Dry pinto beans in a jar


Plant-Based Proteins
Toss them into bowls, salads, stir-fries, noodle or pasta dishes, and soups! These are the protein sources I like to meal prep:


Roasted broccoli on a sheet pan - easy meal prep ideas


Roasted Veggies
Serve them as a side dish, add them to a salad or bowl, fold them into tacos or burritos, stir them into pasta, bake them into frittatas…the options are endless! These veggies all keep well if you roast them ahead of time:


4 types of Tahini Sauce in mason jars - healthy meal prep recipes


Flavorful Sauces
Use them on salads, grain bowls, tacos, burritos, sandwiches, and more! If you meal prep a flavorful sauce, it will punch up so many of your meals throughout the week. Here are some of my favorites:

More Healthy Meal Prep Ideas

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Meal Prep Ideas: Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 2 hours

Serves 6

We love this Mediterranean Quinoa Salad as a healthy meal prep recipe. Many of the components – the quinoa, tomatoes, dressing, and the chickpeas – can be made in advance.

  • 3 cups cooked quinoa
  • 1 recipe Roasted Tomatoes
  • 1 cup sliced Persian cucumbers
  • Âľ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Âľ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • ½ cup diced red onion
  • â…“ cup
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Nov 7, 2023
31 Healthy Freezer Meals Recipe

On busy nights, these easy freezer meals will help you get a healthy dinner on the table without a lot of fuss. They include cozy soups, pastas, and more!


Freezer meals


Freezer meals are what I turn to when I want to get a quick, healthy dinner on the table on a busy weeknight. I’m not talking about store-bought frozen dinners, but the soups, stews, and casseroles that I make ahead and freeze myself. Stored and reheated the right way, these freezer meals are just as flavorful as they were on the day they were made. When I have a stash of them on hand, making a delicious, healthy dinner is as simple as heating one up!

Below, you’ll find my favorite freezer meals to make ahead, along with my best tips for storing and reheating them. So pick a recipe, make a big batch of it, and save the leftovers for another day. Trust me, you’ll thank yourself later!

9Ă—13 Freezer Meals

Baked pastas and enchiladas are some of my favorite make-ahead freezer meals. They’re comforting, satisfying, and guaranteed to please, whether I’m warming them for a crowd or just Jack and me.

To freeze these recipes, fully assemble them up to the point of baking. Tightly cover the baking dish and freeze for up to 3 months. When you want to serve them, bake, covered, at 350°F for one hour, or until heated through. Then, if the dish you’re making has a layer of cheese on top, uncover and bake until the cheese is browned and bubbling. So easy!


vegetarian lasagna


Best Vegetarian Lasagna

My philosophy on vegetarian lasagna? The more veggies, the merrier! Roasted mushrooms, fennel, onions, carrots, zucchini, tomatoes, and leeks pack this recipe with exciting textures and flavors.


Cheese enchiladas in a baking dish


Easy Enchiladas

This easy enchilada recipe is one of our family favorites! It features a rich homemade enchilada sauce, black beans, steamed spinach, and lots of melty cheddar cheese. Serve with diced avocado, jalapeños, and a squeeze of lime juice for a crowd-pleasing meal.


Easy baked ziti


Easy Baked Ziti

Dollops of lemony ricotta create a delicious creamy layer in the center of this spinach baked ziti. Garnish it with parsley after baking for a fresh, inviting look.


Stuffed shells


Stuffed Shells

Heads up: the method I use for reheating these stuffed shells is a little different from the one I use for the other recipes in this section. I still fully assemble the shells before freezing, but instead of baking them from frozen, I transfer them to the fridge to thaw overnight, or for at least 10 hours, before I bake them. Then, I bake them, covered, for 30 minutes, or until they’re fully heated through. They come out perfect!

Veggie Burgers, Patties, and Meatballs

The next time you’re cooking veggie burgers or meatballs, double the recipe and freeze half for later! Stash the cooked, cooled patties or balls in a freezer-safe container or Ziploc bag, and freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat, bake them at 400°F for 10-20 minutes, or until fully thawed and heated through.


Easy black bean burger - healthy freezer meals


Easy Black Bean Burger

These easy bean burgers are SO simple to make! They come together in under 30 minutes.


Falafel


Falafel

When I find a stray bag of this crispy, herb-flecked falafel in my freezer, I feel like I’ve won the lottery. Serve it with pita, fresh veggies, and hummus or tahini sauce for a fresh, flavorful weeknight dinner.


Veggie burger with avocado, lettuce, and red onion - healthy freezer meals


Best Veggie Burger

Made with meaty mushrooms, walnuts, balsamic vinegar, and soy sauce or tamari, these vegan veggie burgers have an amazing savory flavor.


Vegan meatballs


Best Vegan Meatballs

Serve them over pasta, or stuff them into subs with a handful of arugula and lots of tomato sauce.

Saucy, “Meaty” Freezer Meal Recipes

Have you tried cooking with green jackfruit? With its mild flavor and meaty texture, it’s a great plant-based substitute for pulled pork or shredded chicken. I love to use it to make saucy BBQ sandwiches and spicy vegan tacos, and both fillings freeze perfectly. Transfer them to the fridge to thaw overnight and reheat them on the stove, or defrost them in the microwave. And don’t forget—hamburger buns and tortillas freeze well too. Keep some on hand, and you’ll be able to assemble these recipes in no time!


BBQ jackfruit sandwiches


BBQ Jackfruit Sandwiches

My plant-based version of a pulled pork sandwich. Top it with pickles and a quick cabbage slaw for delicious crunch.


Vegan tacos with mango salsa - healthy freezer meals


Vegan Tacos

Love sweet and spicy flavors together? You HAVE to try this recipe! The easy mango salsa offers a refreshing contrast to the flavorful jerk-spiced taco meat. This recipe is a great one for entertaining—you can keep the jackfruit warm in a slow cooker so that guests can help themselves throughout the night.

Freezer-Friendly Soups and Stews

Soups are the healthy freezer meals I make most often. They’re soothing, warming, and perfect for lunch or dinner. To be honest, almost any soup recipe will freeze well, but to get you started, I’ve shared a few of my favorites below.

To freeze these recipes, allow them to cool completely after cooking. Then, transfer them to airtight containers and freeze. Keep in mind that soup will expand in the freezer, so don’t fill your containers completely. Allow frozen soup to thaw in the fridge before reheating it on the stove, or defrost it in the microwave, stirring every couple of minutes.


Best Lentil Soup


Best Lentil Soup

Coconut milk and curry spices fill this soup with rich, warming flavor.


Cabbage soup - healthy freezer meals


Cabbage Soup

An entire head of cabbage wilts down into this nourishing veggie soup.


Butternut squash soup


Butternut Squash Soup

We have this fan-favorite recipe on repeat throughout the fall and winter. It’s smooth, creamy, and full of sweet, earthy flavor from the squash and fresh herbs.


Black bean soup - make-ahead freezer meals


Black Bean Soup

This 10-ingredient soup is thick and creamy, with a kick of heat from chipotles in adobo. Tame the spice with a dollop of Greek yogurt, vegan sour cream, and/or avocado.


Many-veggie vegetable soup


Many-Veggie Vegetable Soup

This flexible soup recipe is my favorite way to use up whatever veggie odds and ends I have in the fridge. Cauliflower, broccoli, butternut squash, potatoes, or greens… They’d all be delicious in this many-veggie soup.


Corn chowder


Corn Chowder

Every year, I make this recipe with the last of my summer sweet corn. I enjoy one bowl fresh and freeze the rest so that I can savor the taste of summer in the cold months to come.


Tomato soup


Tomato Soup

This comforting classic pairs perfectly with a quick grilled cheese sandwich.


Pot of vegetarian chili - best freezer meals


Easy Vegetarian Chili

On a cold night, this smoky, spicy chili will warm you up from the inside out. It’s fantastic with a side of homemade cornbread or jalapeño cornbread. They both freeze perfectly too!


Cannellini beans and greens - healthy freezer meals


Cannellini Beans and Greens

Served with a slice of crusty bread, these lemony white beans are a nourishing, warming, and satisfying meal.


Instant Pot lentil soup


Instant Pot Lentil Soup

Tip: Freeze this nourishing soup in individual portions so that you can easily reheat it for a healthy lunch.


Black bean chili


Black Bean Chili

This thick, hearty chili is great on its own…but it’s even better with all the fixings! Pile your bowl with Greek yogurt or vegan sour cream, pickled red onions, jalapeños, cilantro, and/or avocado to take it over the top.

More Favorite Freezer Meals

A few more freezer meals to add to your rotation! Find freezing and thawing instructions in each recipe’s description below.


Homemade taquitos - best freezer meals


Homemade Taquitos

Freezer meals have never been more fun! Packed with meaty jackfruit, refried beans, and tangy green chiles, these crispy taquitos are a great addition to any well-stocked freezer. Reheat them from frozen in a 400°F oven for 25 minutes, or until crisp and warmed through.


Easy coconut curry - healthy freezer meals


Coconut Cauliflower Curry

Packed with veggies like cauliflower, butternut squash, peas, and spinach, this aromatic curry is one of our go-to healthy freezer meals. Serve it over cooked white rice or brown rice, which—heads up!—you can also make ahead and store in the freezer.


Butternut squash ravioli


Butternut Squash Ravioli

Making homemade ravioli is a bit of a project, so why not cook once and eat twice? Freeze uncooked ravioli in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for two hours. Then, transfer them to an airtight freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to eat, cook them in a large pot of salted boiling water until they float, for about 6 minutes.

Freezer Meals for Breakfast

Freezer meals aren’t just for dinner! Here are 2 savory breakfast recipes that freeze perfectly for busy mornings.


Breakfast sandwich



Breakfast Sandwich

Kickstart your morning with these healthy freezer breakfast sandwiches! They’re loaded up with eggs, fresh vegetables, and a creamy goat cheese spread. To meal prep them, fully assemble them and wrap them tightly in foil. To reheat one, unwrap the foil and wrap the sandwich in a clean kitchen towel. Microwave for 2 minutes and then let stand for 1 minute. Enjoy with your favorite hot sauce!


Vegan freezer burritos


Vegan Breakfast Burrito

Forget their name—these yummy tofu and veggie burritos would make a great lunch or easy weeknight dinner. To freeze the burritos, fully assemble them and wrap them tightly in foil. Freeze for up to 3 months. Transfer one to the fridge to thaw overnight before zapping it in the microwave to heat it through.

Make-Ahead Components

To me, some of the best freezer “meals” aren’t meals at all. Instead, they’re freezer-friendly components that give you a head start on making a full meal later. Take pasta sauce, pizza dough, and cooked grains. Once you have them on hand, you can easily make a healthy, home-cooked dinner without a lot of fuss.


Basil pesto - best freezer meals


Basil Pesto

Or vegan pesto or kale pesto! Freeze them in ice cube trays so that you can thaw as much or as little as you’d like at a time.


Marinara sauce - healthy freezer meals


Marinara Sauce

Keep marinara handy in your freezer, and you’ll never have to buy the store-bought kind again! To freeze it, allow it to cool completely, transfer it to an airtight container, and freeze for up to 3 months.


Homemade pizza dough


Homemade Pizza Dough

The next time you make homemade pizza, double the dough! Once it rises, freeze half in an airtight container for another night. To use it, allow it to thaw overnight in the fridge. Bring it to room temperature before you stretch it.


Bowl of cooked rice for freezer meal prep


Rice

One of my favorite ways to meal prep is to batch-cook and freeze grains like rice, quinoa, and farro. That way, whenever I want to make a side of cilantro lime rice or a healthy grain bowl, I just have to pop the frozen grains in the microwave to thaw. To freeze cooked grains, spread them in an even layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet, and freeze for two hours. After that, you can transfer them to a freezer bag or container without them clumping together.


Cooked black beans in blue pot - healthy freezer meals


Black Beans or Instant Pot Black Beans

Or any home-cooked beans. They all freeze perfectly! They’re more flavorful than their canned counterparts, and once you have them in your freezer, they’re equally convenient. Add them to chili, salads, or soups, or serve them as a side dish.

Freezer Meals: Freezer-Friendly Veggie Soup

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Serves 4

This healthy veggie soup is one of our favorite freezer meals to make ahead!

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • Sea salt and fresh black pepper
  • 1 medium carrot, diced
  • 1 small sweet potato, diced
  • ÂĽ cup dry white wine, optional
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced fire roasted tomatoes
  • 4 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • ÂĽ teaspoon red pepper flakes, more to taste
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup chopped green beans
  • 1 zucchini, diced
  • 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic or white wine vinegar
  • 1½ cups chopped kale

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60 Healthy Breakfast Ideas Recipe

Stuck in a breakfast rut? Find over 60 healthy breakfast ideas below! With sweet, savory, easy & make-ahead options, we have something for everyone.


Healthy Breakfast Ideas


And just like that, it’s back-to-school time! I’m lining up the fall recipe calendar, getting ready to test, shoot, and share a slew of new ideas. For us, this season will be busy, and I know that it will be for many of you too. Today, I’m sharing my favorite healthy breakfast ideas to get these jam-packed days off to a great start. You’ll find ones that are perfect for making ahead and taking on the go, ones that are quick & easy to whip up in the morning, and even a few for days when you have a bit more time to linger over breakfast.

Below, I share over 60 healthy breakfast recipes, divided into 11 (yes, 11!) categories: oats, eggs, smoothies, bowls, quick breads, pancakes & waffles, breakfast tacos, breakfast cookies, toast, muffins & scones, and bars & balls. Whether you’re someone who craves something savory or sweet first thing in the morning, or whether you like to enjoy breakfast at home or grab it & go, you’re sure to find some healthy breakfast ideas you love.


Healthy Breakfast Ideas


Healthy Breakfast Oats

Oats are loaded with fiber, so they’re a great healthy breakfast! If you’re like me, though, you might run the risk of getting stuck in an oat rut. In college, I ate plain instant oatmeal every day. After four years, I couldn’t stand the stuff. To avoid oat burnout, make sure to vary your toppings! Any nut butter, fruit, dried fruit, yogurt, nut, seed, or jam is fair game. Change up how you prepare your oats too. Make baked oatmeal or homemade granola, or prep a big batch of overnight oats for quick breakfasts throughout the week. While you’re at it, make a batch of homemade oat milk.


Healthy Breakfast Ideas


Egg Breakfast Recipes

If you’re someone who wants to prioritize protein in your breakfast, egg recipes are a great choice. Breakfast scrambles, omelets, and plain fried eggs can get repetitive, so try one of the recipes below to change things up. Make individual frittatas in muffins tins for a portable breakfast option. On days when you have more time, sit down to a big breakfast casserole or shakshuka with your partner or family.


Smoothie Easy Breakfast Ideas


Healthy Breakfast Smoothies

Smoothies are some of the best breakfast recipes, as they pack a big serving of fruits and veggies into your first meal of the day. Through years of making smoothies, I’ve found that a handful of spinach is almost undetectable, so toss some in to boost the nutrients in a fruit smoothie! Alternatively, blend in a superfood like hemp seeds, nut butter, matcha, or maca powder for an extra healthy kick.

Make your smoothie the night before and store it in the fridge for a grab & go breakfast, or prep individual smoothie packs. Portion out the fruit, veggie, and superfood ingredients for a single smoothie into a container, prepping for as many days as you like at once. Store containers in the freezer, and in the morning, blend a frozen pack with almond milk or juice. Enjoy!


Healthy Breakfast Bowl


Healthy Breakfast Bowls

If you’re looking for some new, out-of-the-box breakfast ideas, a breakfast bowl might be the thing for you. In this category, almost anything goes. When I’m making a savory bowl, I top rice, farro, or cauliflower rice with a soft-boiled egg, vegetables (leftover roasted Brussels sprouts, butternut squash, cauliflower, etc) and a flavorful sauce like pesto or tzatziki. My sweet bowls vary widely. Sometimes I’m in the mood for chia pudding or a smoothie bowl. On other days, I’ll top quinoa with almond milk, cinnamon, and fresh fruit and call it a meal.


Bread Breakfast Ideas


Quick Bread Breakfast Recipes

Moist, comforting, and lightly sweet, quick bread is a delectable breakfast option. In the summer, I almost always have individual slices of zucchini bread in my freezer. In the fall and winter, pumpkin and banana bread take its place. Enjoy a thick slice of your favorite quick bread on its own, or top it with a dollop of Greek yogurt and seasonal fruit for extra staying power.


Healthy Breakfast Ideas


Pancake & Waffle Breakfast Ideas

Pancakes and waffles may not be something you can whip up every morning of the week, but unlike their cousin French toast, these breakfast recipes keep well if you make them ahead and freeze them. So double your weekend batch of pancakes or waffles, and freeze the leftovers for busy mornings! When you’re ready to eat, pop them in the toaster or microwave to thaw.


Healthy Breakfast Tacos


Healthy Breakfast Tacos

After years of living in Austin, breakfast tacos are my favorite healthy breakfast. Most often, I scramble eggs with spinach and top them with avocado or guacamole, tomatillo salsa or cilantro sauce, and pico de gallo, if I have it on hand. Otherwise, I add roasted veggies like sweet potatoes, shiitakes, or cherry tomatoes to my egg filling. I like to prep these ahead of time, so all I have to do in the morning is scramble up a couple of eggs and load everything into tortillas.


Healthy Breakfast Cookies


Healthy Breakfast Cookies

Breakfast cookies are the perfect on-the-go morning treat. Ingredients like flax, oats, nuts, seeds, and even quinoa fill them with protein, healthy fats, and fiber. In addition to the fruit and veggie variations listed below, I love the Banana Bread Breakfast Cookies on page 35 of Love and Lemons Every Day. These breakfast recipes are great ones to make ahead of time and freeze for busy mornings. To thaw, pop them in the microwave for 8-10 seconds, and head out the door!


Toast Breakfast Ideas


Toast Breakfast Ideas

If you’re looking for tried & true easy breakfast ideas, toast is the thing for you! Pop a slice of whole grain bread in the toaster, and load it up with your favorite seasonal toppings. I like to start with a creamy spread and then add a layer of roasted or raw veggies, fruit, and/or fresh herbs. I’m a diehard fan of avocado toast, but hummus, ricotta, and nut butter are good starting points for making delicious toast too.


Healthy Breakfast Ideas


Healthy Breakfast Muffins and Scones

When I was growing up, chocolate chip muffins were a breakfast staple in our house. Muffins are still one of my favorite ways to start the day, but now, I make my morning muffins a bit healthier, using whole grain flour, fruit mix-ins, and natural sweeteners like maple syrup whenever possible. Like other healthy breakfast baked goods, muffins and scones freeze well. I like to keep a frozen stash on hand at all times!


Healthy Breakfast Bars


Bars & Balls Breakfast Ideas

If you’re someone who loves to start your day with a granola bar, try swapping out the packaged kind for ones you make at home. All of these recipes are simple, made with good-for-you ingredients that combine to make delicious, nutritious morning treats. Like baked goods, these bars & balls keep well in the freezer, so prep a batch to have on hand for easy healthy breakfasts and snacks!

Looking for more healthy breakfast ideas?

Check out this list of my favorite brunch recipes. Then, try my favorite strategies for prepping dinner and packing lunch, and check out this post for some great healthy lunch recipes and this one for my favorite vegan recipes!

Healthy Breakfast Ideas: Veggie Breakfast Tacos

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Serves 4

Healthy Breakfast Ideas: Veggie Breakfast Tacos

Salsa

  • 1 large yellow tomato, diced
  • 3 tablespoons diced red onion
  • 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • ½ to 1 serrano pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • juice from ½ lime
  • ÂĽ teaspoon sea salt

For the tacos:

  • 1 green pepper, cored, stem removed, and diced
  • 3 scallions, chopped
  • 6 eggs, beaten
  • 2 cups arugula or spinach, chopped
  • extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
  • sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 8 tortillas, corn, flour, wheat – whatever you like
  • ÂĽ cup chopped cilantro, more for garnish
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • lime wedges

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  • Make the Salsa: In a small bowl, combine the tomato, onion, cilantro, serrano, garlic, lime juice and salt. Chill until ready to use.

  • In a small nonstick skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the green pepper, scallions and a pinch of salt and pepper and sautĂ© until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Scoop a large spoonful of the salsa into the pepper mixture and stir. Remove from the heat and set aside.

  • Brush a large nonstick stick skillet lightly with olive oil and bring to medium heat. Add the eggs, let them cook for a few seconds and then stir. Add the green pepper mixture to the eggs. Continue to stir and scramble the eggs until just set. Remove from the pan from the heat while the eggs are slightly runny and stir in the arugula and half of the extra cilantro.

  • Assemble the tacos with the egg mixture, a scoop of salsa, the remaining cilantro and a few slices of avocado. Finish with a squeeze of lime and a pinch of salt and pepper, if desired. Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

 

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