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Let’s talk weight loss. Early mornings are the best time to get into the habit of eating healthy foods so that you continue to make smart food choices throughout the rest of the day. Makes sense, right?
Luckily, there are plenty of nutritious options to choose from when it comes to breakfast. Healthy eating doesn’t have to be difficult when you plan ahead and keep both your fridge and pantry stocked. Eating such fresh whole ingredients doesn’t have to cost a pretty penny and it also doesn’t take much time to prepare and cook either. It’s truly a win-win situation. Trust us, your waistline will thank you.
Without further ado, let’s dive into our top five favorite low-cal breakfast ideas to keep you feeling satisfied and keep any possible weight gain far far away.
Registered Dietitian Martha McKittrick says a serving of overnight oats is a great easy breakfast for managing your weight. McKittrick explains that overnight oats provide a nutritious base for even more healthy ingredients like fresh berries and bananas. Hearty overnight oats will also keep you feeling full longer so that you’re not reaching for a calorie-loaded snack after breakfast is done.
Another super simple and healthy breakfast is a fruity berry smoothie. Smoothies take only a few minutes to prepare and contain a ton of amazing benefits. According to Healthline, smoothies can be a smart weight loss toll since they can help offset excess calories you may consume in an ordinary meal.
What’s one of the main popular dishes on everyone’s table at breakfast? Well, eggs of course. Egg whites are a protein-packed low-cal breakfast food. Egg white omelettes with veggies like spinach can easily provide a healthy and delicious meal in a pinch.
If you don’t have time to cook eggs in the morning then a great recipe you can prep the night before is a yogurt bowl with almonds. Licensed dietitian nutritionist Kelly Toups recommends having blueberry oatmeal with greek yogurt and almonds for a quick low-cal breakfast. Her yummy recipe comes in at 350 calories and contains a filling 22 grams of protein.
Another protein-packed breakfast idea is avocado and smoked salmon toast. This low-calorie option will keep both you and your taste buds satisfied well into lunchtime.
What are some of your favorite low-calorie breakfasts? Let us know your go-to morning meals in the comments below!
