Healthy Cold Breakfasts That Don't Involve Cereal
I often don't have time to make even a 5 minute batch of scrambled eggs, so having some stuff on hand to grab and go is a must in our home. Since eating a bowl of cereal is impossible while driving and I don't want my kids having an open bowl with liquid in the car, I've come up with some healthy, cold breakfasts that are easy to eat on the go. I'm sure you will find them useful as well.
A super easy, no brainer idea is to have sliced fruit on hand. Simply slice up your favorite fruits and place in storage baggies in the fridge for ease and convenience. This takes a little prep ahead of time, but it is worth it on those mornings when you are in a rush. Fruit suggestions are: strawberries, grapes, kiwi, blackberries, raspberries, cantaloupe and other melon, apples and bananas (sprinkled with lemon juice to keep from turning brown) and cherries. Of course you can use whatever fruits your family likes.
Tortilla roll ups
A quick and easy way to eat on the go is to use flour tortillas. You can take just about any ingredients you and your family like and roll them in a tortilla. Some suggestions are:
. Peanut butter and jelly
. Cream cheese
. Chopped raw veggies
. Ham and cheese
. Sliced fruit and cream cheese
. Peanut butter and honey
. Sliced Cheese
. Pickles and Cheese
. Applesauce
Other things you should have on hand for those rushed mornings are graham crackers, granola bars, cereal bars, nuts and bagels. You can spread some cream cheese between two graham crackers for added protein and flavor. Nuts are nutritious and full of protein and fiber and are a great way to fill you up quickly. You can find fairly healthy cereal bars in the cereal aisle these days. Be sure to read the label for the sugar and fat content. If you don't have time to spread some cream cheese on a bagel, eating them plain is still tasty and a good way to get filled up in the morning.
Another way to use up those leftover pieces of chicken or steak is to give them to your family in the morning. They usually taste great served cold and are a good source of protein.
You don't have to skip breakfast when you don't have time in the morning. Planning ahead and having items easy to grab will ensure you and your family get a healthy start to the day.
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