Are you tired of the same old breakfast options? Shake up your morning routine with these wholesome and healthy breakfast side dishes.
Starting your day with a healthy breakfast sets the tone for your entire day. But let’s be honest, sticking to the same old breakfast routine can quickly become monotonous.
I believe that breakfast should be both delicious and nutritious. So, with this tempting selection of healthy breakfast side dishes, you'll never look at breakfast the same way again.
From delicious air fryer apples to hearty hash browns, these dishes are packed with flavor and nutrients to fuel your day.
So why settle for a boring breakfast when you can start your day with something truly delicious?
Why You'll Love These Healthy Breakfast Side Dishes
These side dishes are the perfect complement to your morning meal for several reasons:
- Nutritious: Packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber, these dishes will give you the energy you need to tackle the day ahead.
- Flavorful: From fruit salads to savory hash, each dish is bursting with delicious flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.
- Easy to prepare: With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, these side dishes are a breeze to whip up, even on busy mornings.
Tips for Making the Most of Your Healthy Breakfast Side Dishes
Here are some tips to help you get the most out of your morning meal:
- Add seasonal produce: Take advantage of fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables to add vibrant colors and flavors to your dishes.
- Experiment with spices and herbs: Don't be afraid to get creative with your seasonings. A dash of cinnamon or a sprinkle of fresh herbs can take your side dishes to the next level.
- Plan ahead: Prep your ingredients the night before or batch cook on the weekends to make mornings run more smoothly. This way, you can enjoy a nutritious breakfast without the stress of last-minute preparation.
Healthy Breakfast Side Dishes
Looking for healthy breakfast side dishes? You're at the right place.
These air fryer-baked apples are a delicious side that pairs well with pancakes, waffles, oatmeal, or even savory dishes. They’re simple to make, on the healthier side and have so much tasty cinnamon flavor!
Completely gluten-free and low-carb is this healthy and delicious SPINACH QUICHE CUPS that everyone raves about. You can tweak the recipe to add your favorite vegetables!
This traditional Fruit Salad recipe is an easy and healthy side dish for breakfast. It uses crushed pineapple, strawberries, pears, grapes, kiwi, oranges, and cantaloupe, along with fresh or canned peaches. The honey lime dressing takes it to new heights of flavor!
Healthy Muffins for Kids: Spinach Muffins with Banana & Blueberries
This recipe gives you two options for soft scrambled eggs: a creamier, richer version and a lighter, fluffier version.
For a unique lean breakfast meat, try making smoked venison breakfast sausage. It is easy to make and packed with flavor.
Lemon Cilantro Roasted Potatoes are diced potatoes roasted in olive oil, garlic, lemon and topped with fresh cilantro. These potatoes make a nice side dish and be spiced up with cayenne pepper for those that like a little kick!
Orange Julius Smoothies are refreshing and full of vitamins, with no added sugar. They're simple to make and make a perfect breakfast on the go or post-workout snack!
You will love this sweet potato and bacon has brown as a healthy side dish! Loaded with veggies and a touch of uncured bacon!
This easy Grapefruit Breakfast Brûlée is a delicious, lightly sweetened citrus treat that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dessert! (No blow torch? No problem!)
Whole Wheat Banana Bread is loaded with wonderful flavors! So rich and moist – perfect for healthy breakfast side dishes!
This tempeh bacon will seduce you with its heavenly smoky, savory flavor. Jazz up your breakfast (or lunch, or dinner) with a sensational vegan substitute for bacon. But be warned: you may never want to go back.
Sweet potato home fries add loads of fiber and nutrition to any breakfast. They're perfectly crispy on the outside, making them a favorite with kids and adults. This easy recipe has instructions to make these in the oven or air fryer.
Sweet Potato Oatmeal Muffin Cups are the perfect grab-and-go breakfast or healthy snack. Made with wholesome ingredients, these simple oatmeal muffins are perfect for meal prepping.
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Free printable side dish planner!
Make sure to download our free printable side dish planner! This checklist gives you ideas for side dishes for your kids every day of the week!
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