Top 5 quick & easy breakfast fix for busy people
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Breakfast is the most important meal of the day because it can give you all the necessary energy you will need. Best of all, it can help you curb cravings in the middle of the day especially if what you had is rich in protein and completely satiating. Unfortunately, not everyone has the privilege to cook or prepare their favorite breakfast everyday because they are rushing off to work or running late for school.
However, lack of time is not a good excuse to skip breakfast because these five recipes will only take you literally ten to 15 minutes each to prepare.
Fruit and Yogurt Parfait
Ingredients
A cup of plain, unsweetened yogurt
A handful of berries, strawberries or any fruits you want
A handful of Chia seeds
Keep the yoghurt chilled to have that satisfying taste then top it with your favorite fruits, Greatist writes. Chia seeds can give you the protein it lacks plus it has a satiating factor that can help you feel full all-throughout the day until lunch time.
Healthy tip: keep your fruit choices to those rich in antioxidants to boost the nutrient density of your meal.
Kicked Up Quesadillas
Ingredients
2 flour soft tortillas, preferably whole wheat
Half a cup grated cheddar cheese
Several slices of Granny Smith apples
Procedure
Sprinkle a thin layer of cheese over one of the tortillas. Place the apple slices on top of the cheese then cover with the remaining tortilla. Microwave for 30 seconds or until the cheese melts.
Quesadillas is one of the best way to start your day as it can boost your energy, Parenting Magazine recommends. Add in the protein from the cheese and the vitamins from the apples then you'll have not only a delicious breakfast, but something healthy to keep you going.
Banana Almond Smoothie
Ingredients
2 bananas, frozen
A handful of almonds
A cup of almond milk
Combine all the ingredients in a blender or food processor. Drinking your breakfast is the fastest way to get full, Mr. Breakfast writes. Fruits can give you the fiber you need while the almond milk and nuts can give the protein necessary to help build your muscles.
Pumpkin Oatmeal Bowl
Ingredients
A cup of oatmeal, prepared accordingly
A dollop of pumpkin puree
2 slices of apples
Combine the pumpkin puree to your oatmeal for a sneaky yet healthy breakfast fix, Greatist shares. Top with your favorite fruits for added flavor and crunch.
All-Time Favorite Breakfast Cereals
Ingredients
A cup of cornflakes without added coating of sugar
A handful of your favorite nutes
A handful of berries or 1 banana, sliced
A cup of almond milk
Combine in a bowl, keep the almond milk chilled for better taste. Besides being satisfyingly delicious, cereals can also give you the boost of energy you require for the rest of the day, Mr. Breakfast writes.