7 Healthy, Easy Savory Breakfast Recipes

Eating a healthy breakfast offers perks that last all day.
While breakfast is key to starting the day on a healthy note, most people can’t commit to long hours in the kitchen. This is where quick, easy, healthy breakfast recipes come into play. Here are seven savory breakfast recipes to try.
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Bacon, Tomato, and Onion Egg Cups
These egg-based cups pack a lot more protein — more than 20 g per serving — than the traditional muffin (notes the USDA) and pack in veggies. Eggs are an excellent source of choline, which is an essential nutrient linked to improved metabolism and cell health, per the NIH. These mini-frittatas are less messy than other egg-based breakfasts, so they travel well.
PREP TIME
10 minCOOK TIME
15 minTOTAL TIME
25 minIngredients
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly spray a muffin tin with nonstick spray.
Place a skillet over medium heat. Add bacon and cook until it begins to release some of its oil. Add the onion and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables are softened and bacon is crispy, about 5 to 8 minutes. Add the sun-dried tomatoes.
Using a spoon, evenly distribute vegetable mixture in prepared muffin tin.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, salt, and pepper. Evenly distribute among muffin cups. Add a small amount of goat cheese to each muffin cup.
Bake until eggs are fully set, about 10 to 12 minutes. Serve warm or chill until serving.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
Serving size3 muffins
calories
345total fat
24gsaturated fat
8.6gprotein
23gcarbohydrates
7gfiber
1gsugar
4.1gadded sugar
0.1gsodium
390mgTips
Use any veggies you like (or have on hand) in this recipe. Enjoy endless possibilities of egg cup combos!
Make a batch ahead of time and freeze them for later use. To do this, simply cool completely and place in a single layer in a zip top freezer bag in the freezer. Use within 1 month of freezing.
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Easy Microwave Egg Omelet
The only thing better than starting your day with a delicious omelet made in a skillet is starting your day with one you can prepare in a mug (and in about 5 minutes, no less)! Eggs are high in protein, offering lasting energy and keeping you full until lunchtime, notes past research.
PREP TIME
3 minCOOK TIME
2 minTOTAL TIME
5 minIngredients
Directions
Pour olive oil into a large, microwave safe mug. Tip the mug to evenly coat the sides with oil.
To the same mug, add the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, bell pepper and ham. Gently beat the mixture with a fork until evenly combined. Place in the microwave and cook on high until the eggs are fully cooked through, about 1 ½ minutes.
Allow to cool slightly and serve topped with chives and mustard, as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
calories
201total fat
13gsaturated fat
4.1gprotein
16gcarbohydrates
3gfiber
0.5gsugar
2.7gadded sugar
0gsodium
417mgTips
Be sure to use a large mug as the eggs will balloon up during cooking and may overflow otherwise.
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Healthy Breakfast Tacos
Tacos aren’t just for Tuesdays anymore. They make a quick and delicious breakfast! Eggs stand in for meat as a rich source of protein, per data from the USDA. Topping each taco with fresh tomato salsa and a squeeze of lime will add a dose of vitamin C to your dish as well.
PREP TIME
5 minCOOK TIME
5 minTOTAL TIME
10 minIngredients
Directions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until completely combined. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Add the egg mixture and cook, stirring frequently until the eggs are completely set, about 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, gently wrap the tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave until warm, about 30 seconds.
Fill each tortilla with egg, cheese, onion, salsa, and jalapenos, if using. Serve with lime wedges, as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
Serving size3 tacos
calories
399total fat
21gsaturated fat
6.7gprotein
25gcarbohydrates
27gfiber
0.2gsugar
5.6gadded sugar
0gsodium
618mgTAGS:
Dairy, Eggs, Gluten-free, Vegetarian, High-Protein, Quick & Easy, Family-Friendly, Breakfast, LunchRate recipe
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The Ultimate High-Protein Scrambled Eggs
Eggs are naturally high in protein, but they also contain a decent amount of saturated fat, according to the USDA. This recipe limits saturated fat by mixing in low-fat cottage cheese. The texture goes well with scrambled eggs and the swap adds a bit of calcium.
PREP TIME
5 minCOOK TIME
2 minTOTAL TIME
7 minIngredients
Directions
In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, salt, pepper, and chives, if using.
Place a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add olive oil and egg mixture. With a spatula, slowly scrape eggs toward the middle of skillet as they set until mixture is cooked through, about 2 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
calories
268total fat
19gsaturated fat
4.9gprotein
22gcarbohydrates
4gfiber
0gsugar
3.8gadded sugar
0gsodium
464mgTAGS:
Eggs, Dairy, Gluten-free, Breakfast, Family-Friendly, Ketogenic Diet, Low-Carbohydrate, Vegetarian, Quick & EasyRate recipe
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Make-Ahead Veggie Breakfast Burrito
It’s hard to have a bad day when you start it with a warm, delicious breakfast burrito. This meal comes prewrapped, and is also a great way to add more vegetables to your morning meal, which often skimps on them. To keep it nutritious, lose the processed and cured meats and cut back on cheese, and instead bulk it up with bell pepper and spinach, or any other veggie you choose.
PREP TIME
5 minCOOK TIME
10 minTOTAL TIME
15 minIngredients
Directions
Place a medium skillet over medium heat. Add oil, then pepper, shallots, and garlic. Sauté until veggies are soft, 5–7 minutes. Stir in spinach and cook just until wilted, 1–2 minutes more.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk eggs with salt and pepper. Pour into skillet with vegetables and cook over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until eggs are set, 3–5 minutes.
Evenly divide egg mixture among tortillas and top each with 2 tbsp of cheese. Fold tortilla over the mixture, fold in the sides and roll until completely closed.
Optional: If you prefer a crispier tortilla, lightly cook the finished breakfast burrito in a clean skillet until lightly browned, 1–2 minutes per side.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
calories
501total fat
29gsaturated fat
8.1gprotein
27gcarbohydrates
33gfiber
3.9gsugar
6.4gadded sugar
2gsodium
729mgTips
To make this a great grab-and-go breakfast, make a batch ahead of time, allow them to cool, wrap them in plastic wrap, and then freeze them. Defrost the wrap overnight in the refrigerator and heat on high for 1 to 2 minutes until heated through, or heat in a skillet until heated through, 2–3 minutes per side.
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Egg and Avocado Toast
Want to make your traditional avocado toast even more satisfying? Add eggs! Enjoyed as a beautiful and nutritious breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this meal is more of an open-faced sandwich than a light breakfast dish. Plus, as the National Institutes of Health note, eggs are a top source of choline, an essential nutrient for proper cell building and metabolism.
PREP TIME
3 minCOOK TIME
5 minTOTAL TIME
8 minIngredients
Directions
Toast bread to your desired doneness. Place toast on a serving plate and spread mayonnaise evenly over it.
Top toast with avocado and eggs and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Garnish with pepitas, if using, and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
calories
336total fat
21gsaturated fat
4.5gprotein
16gcarbohydrates
20gfiber
4.4gsugar
4.2gadded sugar
3gsodium
369mgTAGS:
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Rice Paper Bacon
Perhaps the best bacon substitute you’d never think of, rice paper bacon marinated in a simple homemade sauce perfectly mimics the crunch of traditional bacon! This low-fat, lower-sodium option is a perfect bacon stand-in served with eggs or even in place of the “B” in a BLT! Simple to make and delicious to enjoy, this vegan bacon is sure to be a hit!
PREP TIME
5 minCOOK TIME
5 minTOTAL TIME
10 minIngredients
Directions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Using a sharp knife or pair of kitchen shears, cut rice paper into strips about 1 inch thick.
In a large bowl, whisk together remaining ingredients. Soak each slice of rice paper in marinade for 15 to 20 seconds per side.
Transfer rice paper strips to the prepared baking sheet and arrange in a single layer. Bake until crisp, about 5 to 7 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
Serving size⅓ cup
calories
53total fat
1gsaturated fat
0.2gprotein
1gcarbohydrates
10gfiber
0gsugar
2.8gadded sugar
2.3gsodium
174mgTips
Avoid the temptation to soak the rice paper for longer than 40 seconds as it will make the “bacon” chewy instead of crispy. It will be plenty flavorful!
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Soy, Wheat, Heart-Healthy, Mediterranean, Vegetarian, Vegan, Low-Fat, Family-Friendly, Quick & Easy, Breakfast, Side DishRate recipe
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- Keogh JB et al. Energy Intake and Satiety Responses of Eggs for Breakfast in Overweight and Obesity Adults — A Crossover Study. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. August 3, 2020.
- Galioto R et al. The Effects of Breakfast and Breakfast Composition on Cognition in Adults. Advances in Nutrition. May 9, 2016.

Tara Collingwood, RDN
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Tara Collingwood, RDN, is a board-certified specialist in sports dietetics, an American College of Sports Medicine–certified personal trainer, and a media spokesperson. As a sports...
