My Trusty Week-Day Breakfast Ideas
Breakfast is a non-negotiable for me. I start my day early (on the days I work), and I always make sure there is time to eat something. I am one of those people who would eat the same thing every day if my husband didn’t insist I mix it up to prevent more food allergies from developing- it never ends does it?? Here are my most frequent go-to’s that I am always switching between.
Chia seed pudding: This is just like the overnight oats but with chia seeds. I use a variety of nut milks to soak the chia seeds and love adding in vanilla and spices to make it extra yummy. You can top this like you would overnight oats (with fruit, nuts, spices) or you can make a “smoothie” base to put with it (I discovered that option in: Eat What You Love by Danielle Walker).
Overnight Oats: I do try and minimize the amount of oats I eat, but when I really want them this does the trick. I love that you can make the whole week’s worth on Sunday and then just grab and go in the morning. I usually mix in chia seeds, nut milk and berries (fresh or frozen) into mine. When I’m feeling fancy I will cut up apples and use those with cinnamon for an apple pie flavor or use peaches and lots of vanilla for a peaches and cream flavor. There are endless ways to change it up!
Smoothies: This is what I make the most (as long as it’s not cold outside). Since I can’t eat bananas anymore, I have found frozen mango and very yellow frozen plantains are great substitutes. I always add greens (try to use baby greens as they are less bitter), flaxseeds or hemp seeds, chia seeds, frozen fruit, nut butter, and sometimes collagen powder or a pre-mixed powder for an extra kick of nutrients.
Halloumi: So I found a loophole with my dairy issues, it’s cow’s milk that’s the problem. Meaning I can tolerate sheep’s and goat’s milk cheese in moderation . Halloumi is a cheese with Mediterranean roots that is easy to grill or pan sear (what I do) and it’s made with sheep’s milk only. After searing it in a pan I drizzle honey over it and serve it with a side of fresh fruit or sautéed spinach and cherry tomatoes- trust me it will change your life.
Breakfast Tacos: I’m from Texas so Tex-Mex is a part of the food pyramid here, and breakfast tacos are a must. I LOVE the brand Siete (created in Texas, thank you very much) and they make really good cassava flour tortillas. I use those and any mix of fillings like eggs, chorizo, potato, salsa and pico- the options are truly endless.
Which one sounds the best to ya’ll?