I need some quick low calorie breakfast ideas!

Lisa1971

I'm bored with my slimfast shake in the morning.

Thanks!

chacaruso

I like a Van's multigrain waffle with 2 tbsp of almond butter :flowerforyou:

Healthyby30

I normally have an egg and a Thomas whole wheat bagel thin - so delicious and they are only 110 calories for the entire bagel! Plus loaded with fiber... and some grapefruit. Otherwise there's always oatmeal. Omelet with mostly egg whites (I have to have at least one yolk for flavor) and some veggies.

beethedreamer

bump. i need some ideas too. eggs all the time gets super freaking boring.

tlynnweb

I usually eat one Whole wheat waffle with either almond or peanut butter on it and a few slices of banana but I've been into oatmeal lately cooked with coconut milk!--super yum

flossicle

Weetabix with sweetener and hot milk..perfect for chilly winter mornings..filling and has a good ammount of carbs to kick start your day!

mommyjos

I would love to see what everyone else says! I'm bored with my eggs!

cmw72

I eat a Kashi bar every morning for breakfast. 140 calories of honey, almonds and flax.

Nothing screams delicious breakfast like "flax" ... whatever that is.

But hey ... it gets the job done.

2bFitNTrim

Wheat toast with peanut butter ( a small amt though!)

amstein18

fat free yogurt & a piece of fruit!!

lisamt83

I got the Natures Own Whole Wheat English Muffins...did a few sprays of the I can't believe it's not butter...and sprinkled some cinnamon and splenda on it...very good!!

erinup

I love 1 egg - I use my omelet pan, but just let it cook flat and then fold it in quarters + sandwich thin + 1/4 of an avocado and some spray butter and salt and pepper. I LOVE avocados so it starts my day happy!

I also really like: 1/2 cup of rolled oats raw + 1 cup almond milk + 1 banana sliced and sometimes I add a little Agave nectar if the banana isn't sweet enough. I just mix it together, let it sit for a minute to let the oats absorb a bit of the milk. It seems weird to eat oats raw, but they are good - don't try this with steel cut though!

serrinac

I like to switch my shake up with one of the weight watchers breakfast bars and 8oz of fat free milk. It's gives me something to chew on and feel the crunch and I get a diary in.

c7eat2live

omg. Greek yogurt and a piece of fruit. my portable power breakfast.

Yasmine91

30g Bran flakes with a little semi skimmed milk and fat free activia (you will never have toilet trouble again LOL!)

bobspdx

whole wheat orowheat thin, 1 tbsp natural peanut butter, 1 tbsp Trader Joe's reduced sugar raspberry preserves

ksweere

I always have a cupof the original kashi go lean with a banana and unsweetened soy milk. protein, and fiber. yum

Stooooo

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Shakeology (had this one for breakast today) 235 calories....
Chocolate Banana Shakeology
Chocolate Strawberry Shakeology
Chocolate Cherry Shakeology
Chocolate Mocha Shakeology

Can you tell I love starting my day with Shakeology?

dmb9p

I'm in love with LUNA bars!! They're the definition of quick breakfast, have enough protein to last, are generally in the vicinity of 170 calories, and they come on lots of yummy flavors!! Lemon Zest, Berry Almond, and Blueberry Bliss are among my favorites

NYIceQueen

Love Weight Watchers English muffin sandwiches. Take about 2 min to nuke and they're surprisingly good.

srmmilby

2 multi grain waffles with 2 tbsp of fat free whipped cream on each waffle and frozen strawberries, thawed (non sweetness) and once all is made, add xylitol sweetness on strawberries. its so fast n easy and bonus, tastes so delicious!

look up xylitol (xylo*sweet brand. i only find it from whole food store.

Snowbarrr

I second Erinup with the egg. Pretty quick to cook one up, and I just cook it with water so no extra calories. I like to put it on a bagel thin or sandwhich thin with a slice of fat free cheese and 1/2 tbs of texas petes honey mustard (I love texas pete's honey mustard! Only 14 calories a TBs!)

Another frequent one for me is an ego whole grain waffle (80 cal) and a morningstar farm veggie sausage pattie (70 cal) and 1/4 cup of sugar free syrup (20 cal). Higher in sodium than I like, but low-ish calorie, quick, and delicious.

I also really love Kashi Golean crunch with some fat free milk.

sgeorgia

my staple is a homemade egg mcmuffin sandwich:

All Whites - 100 % Liquid Egg Whites, 1/3 cup (75 gm)
Thomasas - English Muffin Whole Grain Lite, 1 muffin
Hormel - Bacon - Fully Cooked, 1 slices
Sharp Cheddar cheese .5oz (not processed)

comes to about 220-ish calories and keeps me full for a bit.

DondeEstaMiCulo

I posted this in another thread, but since I can't link to it, I'll just copy and paste it here:

I'm on a pretty strict diet since I'm type-2 diabetic and trying to lose weight. I've recently started getting involved with Cross-fit training and the Paleo diet. GREAT combination of exercise and diet! So here's what I've been eating, as recommended by my doctor and nutritionist / trainer:

- Eggs, no dairy added (whole eggs are fine on occasion or with regular exercise since your body needs some cholesterol). If you want to add a bit of 'pizazz' to it, toss in some salsa, onions, peppers, or some lean meat. I personally like my eggs scrambled with lots of pepper, salsa (or diced peppers), and cottage cheese with some ground beef added.

- Fresh Fruit. I love to make assorted fruit mixes. Berries are especially good because of the anti-oxidants. Melons are fantastic too, and for me are the perfect breakfast food (taste-wise). It's a great side-dish to go with your eggs, too Also, tomatoes and avocados are GREAT in eggs!

- Yogurt. Now this is a tricky one because most yogurt is TERRIBLE. It's also kind of a 'cheat' food in a way because of the dairy. But if you have a Kroger or Fred-Meyer near you, pick up the CARBMaster yogurt. It only has 80 calories, it has a good amount of protein, and is low(ish) in sugar. But the sugar is natural and therefor easier for your body to process. For an extra treat, add some fresh fruit to it. The CARBMaster yogurt tastes awesome by itself even. I never add anything to mine.

- Cottage Cheese. Another "cheat" food because of the dairy and high sodium, but if you get the nonfat it's great to add to your eggs and/or fruit (and even yogurt if you're feeling adventurous!)

- Lean Meat. Ground beef or turkey (<7% fat) is great to mix in with your eggs. Not traditionally a breakfast item, but it sure is good with a bit of onion and garlic! I like to freeze pre-measured amounts of meat so they're ready to fry up with my eggs. With meat in the morning, I tend to feel more fuller (excuse my grammar, lol). Steak and eggs are an awesome way to start the day too. Just keep it lean.

- Protein drinks. These can be good for some people, but I tend to become hungry again soon after. The nutrients are quickly absorbed and processed by the body, which is perfect for a post-workout meal. For breakfast though, my personal opinion (which is not based on any medical facts) is that they're good in a pinch, certainly better than skipping, but you're better off with a 'balanced' meal of lean proteins and natural carbs (like those found in fruits and veggies).

- Fresh Veggies. Try adding some spinach (or kale) to your eggs, or even some asparagus. You just might be surprised! If you chop up the spinach and add it to your eggs just before you pull 'em off the grill, it adds a nice flavor. Same with green onions (or any other onions for that matter). Mushrooms are also terrific in eggs and/or on your breakfast meats.

When cooking, use olive oil and cook on a low heat!


For more information about the Paleo diet, go to: http://www.paleodiet.com
I actually follow more on http://www.marksdailyapple.com - which is based on the Paleo diet, called The Primal Blueprint. Lots of terrific resources and tons of recipes.

Bon appetit!



~Brian

Lisa1971

Thanks so much everyone!!!!!!!!!!!

gypsyjacquelina

-Kellogs All Bran Strawberry Medley cereal with non-fat milk (has the fiber & protein to keep you feeling full for the morning)

-egg white omlette with veggies, a bodywise wrap & salsa

Christy_77

On Sundays, I'll make a frittata using whatever I have in the fridge and slice it up so that I have a slice for breakfast during the week.

Saute any veggies you have on hand in an oven-safe pan, I usually have mushrooms, zucchini, onion and sometimes I'll add spinach or broccoli or cubed sweet potatoes if I have to get rid of stuff. While the veggies are cooking, whisk together a couple of eggs (or about 4 egg whites if not using whole eggs) with a couple of tbsp of milk, garlic powder, oregano, black pepper and a pinch of sea salt and pour over veggies in pan. Top w/ crumbled goat cheese or a little shredded low-fat cheese and cook until the egg is set and the edges get a bit crisp. FInish the frittata in the oven under the broiler to brown the top and melt the cheese.

I wrap each slice and just heat it in the microwave during the week.

pouchonnyc

Try this

Bagel Thins - 110 calories (toasted of course)
Philadelphia Fat Free Cream Cheese - 30 calories per 1 oz
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total is 140 calories

or you can try

Assuming you are using a nonstick pan and nonstick spray. Also assuming you drain the fat from the bacon.
Bagel Thins - 110 calories (toasted of course)
2 egg whites - 30 calories
1 slice of thin/small (15g) of tomato - 3 calories
2 Pan Friend Bacon Slices - 80 calories
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total is 223 calories

or you can try

Bagel Thins - 110 calories (toasted of course)
1 slice of thin/small (15g) of tomato - 3 calories
1 lettuce leaf (assumption) - 1 calorie
6 slice of Plumrose Deli Ultra Thin (variety, I prefer honey) -- 45 calories
1 tbsp of kraft fat free mayo (yes it taste good) -- 11 calories
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total is 170 calories

Now if you want a drink with that

Try the sugar free drinks that ranges from 0 to 15 calories per serving

or make a smoothy

I like to use

1 cup of carrot juice -- 90 calories (varies)
6 strawberries -- 12 calories
1/2 of a small banana -- 36 calories
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total is 138 calories

There are some delicious options out there, you need to be prepared -- which is the hardest part :-/

gypsyjacquelina

Detour bar if you don't have time to make a breakfast, grab it & head out the door. They are from 170-190 cals.

Francl27

Greek yogurt, protein bar... if I want to be really full though, it's 2 eggs with ham or turkey sausage, or an egg/turkey sausage burrito (I just buy precooked sausages and nuke them for 20 seconds, then nuke an egg for 40 seconds, put in a tortilla, add cheese (if you want), it takes 2 minutes, 270 calories (220 without cheese) and very filling.

Skrib69

Porridge with a teaspoon of honey or cinnamon.

OR

Roughly chop up 2 slices of your favourite salami. Cook on a high heat until it starts to go crispy (you will not need any oil to do this). Whilst the salami is cooking, beat 2 eggs. When the salami is crispy, remove the pan from the heat and pour in the egg, stirring with a wooden spoon. There should be enough heat in the pan to cook the egg. Voila!

For a variation, skip the salami and add some of your favourite cheese as the eggs are cooking so it is just starting to melt when the eggs are cooked

OR

Wholemeal toast with Marmite! Can't beat it!