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20 healthy breakfast and brunch ideas for weight loss

Health experts say breakfast is a vital part of everyone’s life. If we eat well in the morning, it will set us up for the rest of the day. Breakfast can also aid weight loss. Here’s 20 brekky ideas to get your day off to a great start.

Keto cloud bread

Don’t skip breakfast! A nutritious start to the day will balance your energy levels and leave you feeling full until lunch.

Aim for 300 to 350 calories and include a mix of proteins and wholegrain carbs for best results.

From kale smoothies to quinoa porridge, here are our best nutritionist-backed healthy breakfast ideas.

Healthy breakfast bowl.
Healthy breakfast bowl.

Healthy breakfast bowl

These healthy overnight oats are prepared in a jar to make a perfect breakfast when you’re on the go. Topped with yoghurt and berries, everyone in the family will love them.

Smashed chickpea bruschetta

Start the day with an easy protein hit, with this tasty vegetarian breaky.

Cinnamon and banana porridge

Make your own porridge with this quick and easy recipe.

Sweet potato, bean and kale shakshuka.
Sweet potato, bean and kale shakshuka.

Sweet potato, bean & kale shakshuka

Packed with fibre, this sweet potato, bean and kale shakshuka is a hearty vegetarian dish that the whole family will love.

Breakfast super smoothie

For breakfast on the run throw together this delicious 5-minute super banana smoothie.

Oat banana pancakes with raspberries

Made from rolled oats and bananas, these healthy pancakes will have you jumping out of bed!

Breakfast quinoa with berries and pistachio.
Breakfast quinoa with berries and pistachio.

Breakfast quinoa with berries and pistachio

Brighten up your morning with a bowl of berry breakfast bliss – it’s quick, easy and gluten-free.

Tropical kale smoothie

Grab breakfast on the go with this quick and easy tropical smoothie, that’s as tasty as it is good for you.

Overnight oats with strawberry and passionfruit

These healthy overnight oats are quick and easy to prepare and will give you the energy to start the day.

Sourdough toast with nut butter, banana and blueberries.
Sourdough toast with nut butter, banana and blueberries.

Sourdough toast with nut butter, banana and blueberries

Sourdough toast is a fast and filling way to kick-start the day. You’ll love this cinnamon and fruit combination!

Watermelon and berry salad with buckwheat

We all know berries are a superfood, but don’t forget watermelon. It’s low in calories, rich in vitamin C and potassium, and contains pectin, a type of soluble fibre which may help maintain healthy blood cholesterol levels.

Breakfast quinoa salad

Kickstart your healthy new year routine with this healthy brekkie wonder.

Chia, almond and mango breakfast bowl.
Chia, almond and mango breakfast bowl.

Chia, almond and mango breakfast bowl

Whip up this easy, healthy brekky for a fuss-free start to the day.

Roasted sweet potato, wilted garlic kale, poached egg and almonds

Rival your favourite cafe breakfast with this healthy and hearty dish.

White bean pancakes with strawberries and passionfruit

Fancy a pancake but don’t want to break your diet? Try these lean white bean pancakes, topped with fresh fruit and maple syrup.

Spicy avocado toasted muffin with shaved ham and spinach.
Spicy avocado toasted muffin with shaved ham and spinach.

Spicy avocado toasted muffin with shaved ham and spinach

Enjoy a spicy twist on the classic smashed avocado on toast, with this speedy ten minute breakfast.

Banana, oat and blueberry breakfast smoothie

Perfect for busy mornings, this healthy breakfast smoothie is ready to drink in just 5 minutes.

Avocado & feta smash on toasted rye

This avocado & feta smash on toast is the ultimate healthy breakfast in a dash - and it tastes great, too!

Avocado and berry power smoothie.
Avocado and berry power smoothie.

Avocado & berry power smoothie

Add avocado to your everyday berry smoothie to give it a richer, creamier consistency. Perfect for breakfast on the go!

Sourdough with ricotta and banana

Top toasted sourdough bread with fresh ricotta, banana and cinnamon for a delicious (and healthy) breakfast option.

For more recipe ideas, go to taste.com.au or check out the Taste Test Kitchen now.

Originally published as 20 healthy breakfast and brunch ideas for weight loss

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