Breakfast on the go

lvnspoonful
lvnspoonful Posts: 391 Member
edited September 25 in Health and Weight Loss
Hey everyone I am going back to work next week so I need some ideas for some breakfasts on the go. I really don't have time in the morning to fix something and eat so I need something quick I can fix and take to work with me to eat. Or even some ideas on something quick I can fix at work with only a microwave! Any ideas or suggestions would be great! Thank you!!
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  • ejb245
    ejb245 Posts: 195 Member
    I buy Jimmy Dean D-lights breakfast sandwiches every week for work and then microwave them when I get in. Otherwise, I'd never eat breakfast. The turkey sausage, egg white, and low fat cheese sandwiches are awesome and 260 cal.
  • Banana or some type of fruit quick and edible. Also any type of granola bars or chewy bars that provide protein and carbs. You need protein, carbs and fats to start your day! Hope this helps :flowerforyou:
  • SarahofTwins
    SarahofTwins Posts: 1,169 Member
    I eat the Kashi Go Lean Oatmeal...just put it in a microwave safe bowl for a minute and it fills you up! :)
  • mes1921
    mes1921 Posts: 71 Member
    Better Oats - Oat Fit Instant Oatmeal (any flavor). Between 100-200 calories per pouch and very tasty and filling! Takes about 2 minutes in the microwave. I make one every morning at work and also have a piece of fruit or yogurt.
  • eliz_in_pink
    eliz_in_pink Posts: 278 Member
    I usually take some fruit, fiber bars, or even dry cereal... :) I'm an on-the-go type of person too!
  • Oatmeal is a great option- I really like the kashi apple cinnamon and it's only 140 cals I believe. Another idea would be to measure portions of granola out into baggies. Then when you get to work just mix them in with single serve yogurts.
  • SaraEWrig
    SaraEWrig Posts: 88 Member
    Sometimes on Sundays I make egg frittatas, and bake them in muffin cups. Then I micro for 20 seconds before I head out the door. Frittatas are easy - just egg, and whatever else you want. Some of my go-to frittata ingredients are bacon pieces, spinach, cheddar, green chiles.

    This morning was a grab and go breakfast, I had a banana, milk and nutrigrain bar.
  • MadeToCraveHIM
    MadeToCraveHIM Posts: 213 Member
    Oatmeal is a great idea. If your workplace has a commercial coffee maker just use the hot water spout and mix a packet w/ water & there you go!
  • randi50
    randi50 Posts: 112
    it is hard for me to get breakfast when I am working too. A lot of the time I just grab a fiber one bar and some fruit. If I get up early enough I have an egg and toast. Peanut butter on toast is also easy for me to grab in the morning with 1/2 a banana (my 2 yr old eats the other half :))
  • sweetiepie31612
    sweetiepie31612 Posts: 240 Member
    I have 2 hardboiled eggs for breakfast just about every morning. I usually boil them while I'm getting ready for work and then eat them either on my way to work or once I get there. You can also harboil a bunch of eggs at one time and just keep them in the fridge and take a few out for breakfast every morning. I'll also sometimes pre-make a container of yogurt and granola to have for breakfast at work.
  • BrickHouse2011
    BrickHouse2011 Posts: 91 Member
    well i seen this on tv one day, but i have not tried it yet. Using a cake bunt pan add biscuits at the bottom your choice of meat then preshredded haskbrowns tthen top with more biscuits then pour egg beaters over the top and back in the oven. You will have to modify it to make it healthier though. but it sounds good and can last for the week inthe fridge. You can just slice thepiece that you want and throwit in the microwave.
  • noexcuses1218
    noexcuses1218 Posts: 332 Member
    You might also consider doing the prep work for a healthy breakfast sandwich the night before then microwaving it when you get to work; I've had some luck with that. I saute zucchini slices, mix in an egg white, slap it in between two thin slices of multigrain bread along with a sprinkling of cheddar cheese. You could easily put that together the night before, or just prep your own kind of breakfast sandwich. I used to love the Jimmy Dean's turkey sausage sandwiches but the sodium is through the roof.
  • PokenStick
    PokenStick Posts: 204
    I eat a protein shake with frozen fruit and a hard boiled egg. nom nom nom
  • TamDTam
    TamDTam Posts: 115
    on Sunday nights, I make 10 slices of turkey bacon or sausage or some combo of the two... wrap in foil and take to work with me....I buy a box of instant oatmeal and a 8 pkg of either Tropicana pure OJ or apple cider...

    every workday I have a bowl of plain oatmeal, 2 pieces of bacon or sausage and a glass of juice....some days I add a slice of quinoa bread if I'm particularly hungry.

    boring?? ehhh maybe to some but I'm a creature of habit with little creativity so this works for me, otherwise Id be stopping by Chick Fil-A everyday on my way in to work.
  • knittnponder
    knittnponder Posts: 1,953 Member
    We boil large batches of eggs once a week and have them available. When I bake chicken I'll often bake extra to have on hand in the fridge too. I also always keep string cheese and fruit around as those are good grab and go foods. Can you see a theme here? :D I have to have protein in my breakfast or I'm starving very quickly so oatmeal (even loaded with nuts and chia seeds) won't work for me.

    When my husband goes hunting in the fall I make whole wheat bread and roll out small circles of the dough. Then I put scrambled eggs, cooked bacon and a little cheese in the center and seal the dough around it. I bake these and wrap them individually in foil. If he's in a trailer he just unwraps them and nukes them for a few seconds. If not he just eats them cold since they're completely cooked. It is a very filling, high protein, good carbs breakfast that keeps him going as he hikes all over. He has told me he doesn't get hungry until well after lunchtime and loves taking these with him.

    I've made them for everyday breakfasts too but I don't always get that motivated. ;)
  • RyanRay
    RyanRay Posts: 9
    I do the Herbalife shakes and add a banana to them - GREAT protein and really quick!
  • lvnspoonful
    lvnspoonful Posts: 391 Member
    Thanks for all the great ideas everyone! I am not a big fan of oatmeal (I used to have to put tons of sugar in it to be able to eat it) but maybe I will try it again. Thanks again!!!!
  • lvnspoonful
    lvnspoonful Posts: 391 Member
    I do the Herbalife shakes and add a banana to them - GREAT protein and really quick!


    Herbalife? I have heard of them before but never knew anyone that had tried them - are they tasty?
  • lvnspoonful
    lvnspoonful Posts: 391 Member
    I eat a protein shake with frozen fruit and a hard boiled egg. nom nom nom

    Do you make your own protein shakes or buy them?
  • splashwags
    splashwags Posts: 262 Member
    We boil large batches of eggs once a week and have them available. When I bake chicken I'll often bake extra to have on hand in the fridge too. I also always keep string cheese and fruit around as those are good grab and go foods. Can you see a theme here? :D I have to have protein in my breakfast or I'm starving very quickly so oatmeal (even loaded with nuts and chia seeds) won't work for me.

    When my husband goes hunting in the fall I make whole wheat bread and roll out small circles of the dough. Then I put scrambled eggs, cooked bacon and a little cheese in the center and seal the dough around it. I bake these and wrap them individually in foil. If he's in a trailer he just unwraps them and nukes them for a few seconds. If not he just eats them cold since they're completely cooked. It is a very filling, high protein, good carbs breakfast that keeps him going as he hikes all over. He has told me he doesn't get hungry until well after lunchtime and loves taking these with him.


    I've made them for everyday breakfasts too but I don't always get that motivated. ;)

    Love the bread idea!!!! I'll have to give that a try...baking time the same as the bread recipe?
  • splashwags
    splashwags Posts: 262 Member
    Thanks for all the great ideas everyone! I am not a big fan of oatmeal (I used to have to put tons of sugar in it to be able to eat it) but maybe I will try it again. Thanks again!!!!

    Throw blueberries/strawberries/blackberries/peaches in to add natural sugar... Yummy
  • TNH76
    TNH76 Posts: 47 Member
    Better Oats - Oat Fit Instant Oatmeal (any flavor). Between 100-200 calories per pouch and very tasty and filling! Takes about 2 minutes in the microwave. I make one every morning at work and also have a piece of fruit or yogurt.

    I agree. They're delicious and filling!
  • Blueberry Eggos with a half serving of whipped cream cheese! I rush out the door every morning with those in my hand.
  • Iceskatefanrn
    Iceskatefanrn Posts: 489 Member
    I go to work at about 5:30 in the morning and I'm just not hungry that early, so I almost always eat at work.

    I use a lot of the above suggestions - most prepared the night before, like an egg sandwich, smoothie, etc. I always pack breakfast AND lunch to take to work... well, most days!

    For the days I don't get something packed in advance, I keep a few things at work (I have a small fridge in my office). Fruit, string cheese, raw almonds, granola bars, etc. LOVE the hard-boiled egg idea several people talked about. I'm gonna boil some up on Sundays and take some to work to keep in my fridge!

    My latest favorite thing, though, is the "Corningware French White Pop-Ins 20 Oz Mug With Cover". You can google it as described and see a pic. I got mine at Walmart on sale for $4.99. I have one at the office and one at home. Then, at the office, I keep a variety of oatmeals for breakfasts, and "healthful" canned soups and chilis for lunches. (low-sodium varieties!). As for sweetening the oatmeal - I use Davinci or Torani Sugar-Free syrups, they come in a variety of flavors and add yummy sweetness to my oatmeal by using very little. (I also use these same sweeteners in my hot tea every single day, usually a "mix" of flavors that I make myself.) I also like Silk Almond Milk (unflavored and unsweetened) in my tea AND in my oatmeal!

    Great thread, thanx for starting it!

    :drinker:

    Ice
  • knittnponder
    knittnponder Posts: 1,953 Member
    We boil large batches of eggs once a week and have them available. When I bake chicken I'll often bake extra to have on hand in the fridge too. I also always keep string cheese and fruit around as those are good grab and go foods. Can you see a theme here? :D I have to have protein in my breakfast or I'm starving very quickly so oatmeal (even loaded with nuts and chia seeds) won't work for me.

    When my husband goes hunting in the fall I make whole wheat bread and roll out small circles of the dough. Then I put scrambled eggs, cooked bacon and a little cheese in the center and seal the dough around it. I bake these and wrap them individually in foil. If he's in a trailer he just unwraps them and nukes them for a few seconds. If not he just eats them cold since they're completely cooked. It is a very filling, high protein, good carbs breakfast that keeps him going as he hikes all over. He has told me he doesn't get hungry until well after lunchtime and loves taking these with him.


    I've made them for everyday breakfasts too but I don't always get that motivated. ;)

    Love the bread idea!!!! I'll have to give that a try...baking time the same as the bread recipe?

    Yeah, about there. Keep an eye on them and when they start to brown they're probably done. I do mine on a stoneware cookie sheet so the bottoms are nicely browned and don't tend to stick. They taste good and they're portable. :)
  • aflane
    aflane Posts: 625 Member
    I'm in the same boat... no time to MAKE breakfast in the morning, but I must get 3 meals a day in. So, every Sunday afternoon, I make up 5 egg white omelets (made up of 1/2 C egg whites, 1/3 oz shredded cheese, 1 bob evans turkey sausage patty, and a handful of fresh spinach). I then put each omelet in it's own zip-loc baggie, and either throw them in the fridge or freezer. When I'm packing my lunch in the morning, I just grab a baggie and take it to work to be heated in the office microwave. Healthy, nutritious, and tasty!!
  • I love the special k protein meal bars. I'm at school all day during the week so i usually have that for lunch, with an apple.

    Or any protein bar really, I just try to keep atleast 10g of protein and around 200 calories.
  • i cook all my food for the week on sunday or monday this makes it much more easy to grab and go especially when i pre container or bag everything. hard boiled eggs are a great on the go thing or like everyone else said fruit or raw veggies if you dont need the sugar in your meal plans for the day like me.
  • Cristy_AZ
    Cristy_AZ Posts: 986
    Here's some suggestions from Jillian Michael's Fat-Burning meal plan:

    Yogurt Parfait
    In a bowl, layer 9 ounces nonfat plain Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts, 1 cup berries.
    357 calories per serving, 16 g fat (4 g saturated), 27 g carbs, 9 g fiber, 29 g protein

    Eat and Run
    1 hard-boiled egg; 1 medium banana; 3 tbsp unsalted almonds
    323 calories per serving, 19 g fat (3 g saturated), 32 g carbs, 6 g fiber, 13 g protein

    Almond Muffin
    Spread 1 1/2 tbsp almond butter on a whole-wheat English muffin. Serve with 1 kiwifruit or 1 orange.
    331 calories per serving, 16 g fat (2 g saturated), 43 g carbs, 8 g fiber, 10 g protein

    Berry Smooth
    Blend 1/2 cup fresh berries, 1/4 cup rolled oats, 1 cup So Delicious coconut milk, 3 tbsp whey protein powder. Add water to thin or ice to thicken.
    338 calories, 8 g fat (6 g saturated), 26 g carbs, 6 g fiber, 41 g protein

    Coffee Shop Special
    Starbucks Perfect Oatmeal With Nut Medley Topping, 12 oz nonfat latte
    340 calories, 12 g fat (2 g saturated), 42 g carbs, 4 g fiber, 17 g protein

    Breakfast Bowl
    1 1/2 cups high-fiber cereal (like All-Bran); 1/2 cup skim milk; 1/2 banana, sliced
    349 calories, 5 g fat (1 g saturated), 90 g carbs, 29 g fiber, 19 g protein

    Oatmeal
    Cook 1/2 cup regular rolled oats (not instant) in 3/4 cup nonfat milk, 1/4 cup water. Top with 1/4 cup blueberries.
    386 calories, 5 g fat (1 g saturated), 66 g carbs, 9 g fiber, 19 g protein

    Subway Breakfast
    One Egg White and Cheese Muffin Melt; 1 medium banana; 1 cup nonfat milk
    336 calories, 5 g fat (1 g saturated), 57 g carbs, 8 g fiber, 22 g protein
  • Jami22
    Jami22 Posts: 253 Member
    Thanks for all the great ideas everyone! I am not a big fan of oatmeal (I used to have to put tons of sugar in it to be able to eat it) but maybe I will try it again. Thanks again!!!!
    I've been eating the Great Value Instant oatmeal.. Love the Strawberry and Cream or Peaches and Cream. It gives it good flavor and I don't add anything to it.. When I eat plain oatmeal I would load it down with butter and brown sugar.. One package of instant oatmeal is only 130 calories. I usually eat a piece of wheat toast or fruit with it.
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