Enjoying a hearty breakfast is a great way to set yourself up for the day, helping give you the energy you need to tackle whatever comes your way.
If you’re worried that you’ll be short on time while you’re rushing around in the morning, a bit of meal prepping the night before can help you stick to your goals and won’t see you reaching for convenience foods because you’re out of time.
To help get you started and get those engines revving each morning, here are just a couple of low calorie breakfast ideas that might float your boat. Which of these will you whip up first?
Overnight oats
Overnight oats are a delicious way to start the day, and they’re super quick and easy to make. All you need is oats (surprise, surprise!), some honey, some Greek yoghurt and some frozen fruits, and away you go.
Layer up your ingredients the night before and then pop your jar in the fridge, so the frozen fruits melt and turn everything into a gooey, almost cake-like mixture that will keep you feeling full till lunch. There are all sorts of wonderful topping ideas and different ingredients you can throw in there, so you never get bored… the perfect breakfast, you might say!
Spinach and feta cheese omelette
If you’ve got a bit more time on your hands and fancy something a little more brunchy than breakfasty, an omelette is always a good shout.
Eggs are such a versatile ingredient, and they’re an excellent source of protein, so perfect for helping you hit your gym goals. Spinach and feta are a great combination, and your breakfast will be ready in 15 minutes or so. What could be better?
Chia pudding
Chia seeds are an excellent addition to any diet, rich in omega-3s, protein and antioxidants, as well as lots of other beneficial nutrients – and it couldn’t be easier to make chia pudding!
All you need to do is put some of your seeds in a jar or bowl with some milk, cover it up and chill it overnight in the fridge. When you’re ready for breakfast, give it a good drizzle with some honey or top it with some tasty fruit for an extra health hit.
Green smoothie
For an on-the-go breakfast, you can’t do much better than a delicious and nutritious green smoothie. This particular recipe calls for a healthy blend of milk, ground flaxseed, maca powder, ground cinnamon, dates, bananas, spinach or cavolo nero and some nut butter of your choice.
Again, it’s very quick and simple to make, so you’ll be able to get out of the door and on your way in next to no time. It’s perfect for taking to the gym with you as well, since there’s no need for a spoon!