Nutritionists often stress the importance of a hearty, healthy breakfast – a difficult rule for most of us in the midst of a chaotic morning. Most weekdays, we’re lucky if there’s time to grab an apple before hitting the road. This can wreak havoc on your metabolism and overall productivity throughout the rest of your day. Next time, try these quick, healthy toast recipes before reaching for the butter.
The Apple-tizer Toast
What you’ll need:
White, rye or wheat bread
1/2 granny smith apple
1 tablespoon apple butter
1 teaspoon cinnamon
Spread apple butter. Thinly slice apple and place on top. Lightly sprinkle cinnamon and enjoy. Optional: Top with granola or nuts for extra crunch.
Sweet and Sour Sunrise Toast
What you’ll need:
Sourdough bread
2 tablespoons small curd cottage cheese
1 peach or nectarine
1 basil leaf
A touch of salt and pepper
Wait for toast to cool before spreading cottage cheese. Top with sliced peaches or nectarines (or fruit of your choice) and add basil. Add salt and pepper for flavor.
Caped Crepe Toast
What you’ll need:
Whole grain wheat bread
1 large banana
1 tablespoon hazelnut spread
2 tablespoons granola
1 tablespoon chia seeds
Top toast with hazelnut spread. Thinly slice banana and layer on top. Sprinkle granola and chia seeds for texture.
Jam-Boree Toast
What you’ll need:
wheat or rye bread
1 tablespoon strawberry jam
1/2 cup raspberries
1/2 cup blueberries
1/2 tablespoon chia seeds
Spread jam. Top with fresh raspberries, blueberries and chia seeds.
Cordial Crunch Toast
What you’ll need:
whole grain wheat bread
1 tablespoon peanut/almond butter
2 tablespoons mixed nuts of your choice
1 tablespoon raisins
1 tablespoon granola
Spread peanut/almond butter. Top with your choice of nuts and raisins with a dash of granola.
Eggomaniac Toast
What you’ll need:
Sourdough or wheat bread
2 tablespoons liquid egg whites
1/2 cup fresh kale
pinch of black pepper
2 teaspoons grated parmesan cheese
Fry egg whites in nonstick pan until fluffy. Top with fresh kale, pepper and light parmesan cheese.
Much Ado About Avocado Toast
What you’ll need:
Wheat or rye bread
1 ripe avocado
2 teaspoons feta cheese
1 tablespoon sliced almonds
Blend one half avocado until it is a spreadable paste. Spread like butter and dice other half of avocado. Place on top with feta and almonds.
There’s Something About Berry Toast
What you’ll need:
1 tablespoon cream cheese
1/2 cup fresh mixed berries
1 tablespoon granola
Optional: 1 teaspoon fresh or grated basil
Spread cream cheese evenly, place berries and granola on top with basil (optional for extra kick).