There’s no better way to start ANY day than with a healthy, cozy, tasty little AM meal! Eating a healthy, balanced breakfast will give you the energy and nutrition you need to keep you going ’til lunch time! …sadly as life gets busy we often skip breakfast all together… so today I want to share some of my favorite balanced, on-the-go breakfasts. You know, the ones that keep me healthy, happy and motivated to tackle the day ahead!
I LOVE oatmeal for breakfast and it’s my GO-TO almost every morning! There are just so many fun ways to enjoy this healthy, satisfying treat. I skip the packaged flavored oatmeal, opt for some plain oats instead, and then I add the all-natural sweeteners myself. Here I had oats with a drizzle of honey, chopped almonds, and some dried apricots. I also enjoyed an apple on the side. Pack this all up and you’ve got a delicious, quick, filling breakfast!
While I personal eat dairy free, a great breakfast for college kids who eat dairy is Greek yogurt! Simply mix some plain Greek yogurt with a splash of almond extract and a pinch of cinnamon. Pair this with some frozen mango and topped it off with a small handful of gluten free granola for a crunchy twist. Pack this in a thermos and take it to class! Easy and nutritious!
Other Easy breakfast ideas for on-the-go?!
- Lowfat cheese and rice crackers and fresh grapes
- Gluten free toast spread with almond butter and raisins
- 2 hard boiled eggs and whole grain crackers with a side of fresh melon
As you can tell my breakfasts follow a very similar pattern. I eat a little carbs, a little protein and always a bit of fresh fruit! I wake up thirsty each morning and fruit quenches that craving. Protein fills me up and prevents hunger from striking an hour later while whole grains and healthy carbs energize me on the spot. A balanced meal like this keeps me satiated and happy for hours!