Simple and Nutritious Paleo Breakfast Ideas for Busy Mornings

I’ve gotten into the habit of taking pictures of my home-cooked food, even if I’ve eaten the same meal before or have a similar meal a lot of the time. Maybe it’s because I want to remember my healthy food ideas or just a subconscious way to reinforce my positive habits, or maybe it’s just that I feel good, happy and grateful about the meal.

Whatever it is, I’ve got a whole library of simple, quick, easy Paleo meal ideas on my phone. They’re not special, the pictures aren’t special, but they’re a good place to come back to if I need some ideas or inspiration. So I thought I’d share. Let’s start with some breakfast ideas. 

You could eat any Paleo meal for any meal of the day, but to make it a bit more structured, I’ll include ideas here that don't require a lot of cooking or time, and that don’t really need a recipe either.

Basic ideas from one “normal” (i.e. not a food blogger) person to another. I hope they help and give you some ideas and inspiration.

As you will see, most of these ideas revolve around a simple idea: 

• a variety of vegetables (whether stir-fried, sautéed or steamed) 

• + a source of protein (i.e. eggs, protein powder (e.g. pea protein powder or hydrolyzed collagen), fish, meat) 

• + healthy fat (e.g. olive oil, avocado, coconut, nuts/seeds, or butter (I personally am ok with using butter on a Paleo diet, but that’s personal preference))

• most of these meals are one-pot meals
  

If you struggle with sticking to a diet, check out this blog post here for help.

1. Veggies with eggs (scrambled, fried, boiled, poached or omelette) + avocado

Eggs are one of the quickest breakfasts you can get! And you can prepare them in a different way every day, combined with a variety of veggies and herbs, which keeps it interesting. Feel free to top with freshly ground flax seeds, pumpkin seeds, avocado, etc.

2. Veggies with fish, chicken or other type of meat (and egg) + avocado

If you don’t mind some fish for breakfast, this is another great option. Ideally opt for cold-water fatty fish, such as wild-caught salmon, sardines, anchovies, herring, mackerel …

Otherwise try sliced/cubed chicken breast that you can stir-fry with the vegetables, or use ready-cooked leftover roast chicken from the day before.

3. Curried veggies with omelette and avocado (not low oxalate)

Try stir-frying your mixed veggies in a curry sauce (just use some coconut cream and curry spices (either just curry, and/or some paprika, salt, ground garlic, ginger, …)).

4. Stir-fried veggies with mince and bone broth (and eggs) + avocado

You could prepare this the day before, or have it for dinner and then eat the leftovers for breakfast. This is one of my all-time go-to meals for any time of day! A lot of the time I add canned tomatoes, especially if it’s lunch or dinner. If the leftovers aren’t quite enough to make it a full meal, just top with a couple of eggs to add some more protein to keep you full and your blood sugar levels even.

(I eat rice (see below) because I’m ok with it, I like it, and I’m only following a Paleo style/template diet, but I get if you’re strict Paleo and avoid it).

5. Paleo pancakes (e.g. mashed banana, eggs, protein powder, coconut milk, any version of gluten-free flour) with berries and butter (or veggies if no banana)

I don’t really use a recipe for these. Sometimes I mash up some banana, mix with a couple of eggs, pea protein powder, coconut cream/milk, baking soda and a teaspoon of lemon juice (or other acid, e.g. vinegar) - or use baking powder - and anything else I feel like, e.g. a pinch of cinnamon, salt, vanilla. Sometimes I add some ground flax and/or sunflower and/or pumpkin seeds. If you’re ok with nuts and have no problem with oxalates, you could also use some almond flour/meal. And if it needs thickening, use just a little bit of coconut flour.
As you can see, there are no real rules here. You can prepare them without banana for a lower-sugar option, use any version of milk or even water, any type of flour or omit, …

If you have leftovers, you can store them in the fridge and pop in the toaster briefly to heat up again. Although I find they taste best fresh!

You can see the difference in how they cook, depending on the type of flour/ingredients used. These have coconut flour and protein powder.

vs these ones that are a bit lighter (ground flax, sunflower and pumpkin seeds, and some pea protein powder).

6. Chia seed pudding (not low oxalate)

Another easy option that you can prepare ahead of time. There are a million different options and recipes and variations you can try. I have too many ideas to list them all here. There are no limits to your creativity (or google for some ideas)!

7. Paleo porridge (e.g. cauliflower rice, ground flax/sunflower/pumpkin seeds, coconut milk, egg, protein powder)

I don’t make this one too often, and I personally eat oats from time to time (which makes it not really Paleo, but easy and tasty). If I want a truly Paleo porridge, I experiment with a mix of ground seeds, coconut cream, coconut flour, a bit of water, cauliflower rice, and (secret tip for any porridge) I almost always mix in an egg just before it’s done - makes it super creamy! You can mix in some pea (or other) protein powder as well once it’s cooked for enough protein and to thicken it up a bit.

8. Paleo protein “bread” (e.g. with butter, avocado, salad, veggies)

I came up with this after lots of experimenting and wanting something that’s as easy as a slice of bread. It doesn’t quite taste like real bread, but I’m ok with it - since I’m not expecting bread. I just want something that’s high in protein, filling, and tastes good (and matches my dietary requirements of course). Try it out if you’re keen. You can prepare this a day or two (or even more) ahead. Also stores well in the freezer.

I know there’s no shortage of Paleo and breakfast recipe ideas online. Even so, I hope this gives you some new ideas that feel very doable and intriguing to try. If so, don’t forget to save this post to your Pinterest board (whether public or secret) to make it easy to come back to. :)