Even if you're short on time, you deserve a clean, tasty breakfast every morning. We all don't have an hour to spend in the kitchen, but everyone can wake up just 10 minutes earlier to enjoy one of these hearty breakfasts. And if you're concerned about calories, don't fret — we've included the total calorie count for each recipe below.
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Stick-With-You Polenta
After a long morning run, you need a satisfying recovery breakfast that comes together quick. Look no further than this breakfast polenta [1]; it's gluten-free, vegetarian-friendly, and the right blend of protein and carbs your body needs after a tough workout.
Total Calories: 443
Flat-Belly Smoothie
The best part about smoothies is that they require zero cook time! Sip on this sweet smoothie [2] packed with ingredients like Greek yogurt, pineapple, and kale that fight belly fat, reduce bloating, and keep you feeling full. If this flat-belly blend isn't up your alley, check out all our favorite breakfast smoothies [3] here.
Total Calories: 283
Spinach Quinoa Scramble
This satisfying, vitamin-packed spinach-quinoa scramble [4] is delicious enough to savor as a weekend treat, but if you have cooked quinoa on hand, it takes less 10 minutes to cook, making it a great before-work breakfast.
Total Calories: 365
Avocado Tartine
In need of an incredibly quick breakfast? Try this easy avocado toast from POPSUGAR Food. This vegetarian breakfast comes together in under five minutes, and it has a great blend of fiber and carbs to hit the spot.
Total Calories: 214
Single-Serve Protein Pancake
Save time and take temptation out of the equation by cooking up a single fluffy pancake [5]. In under 10 minutes, you'll have a satisfying, 350-calorie breakfast treat with more than 37 grams of protein.
Total Calories: 334
Dressed-Up Yogurt
Instead of enjoying a cup plain Greek yogurt, dress it up with some healthy, flavorful toppings to make it feel like a special breakfast, like this tropical combo [6]. Chop your fruit, toss it over your vanilla Greek yogurt, and sprinkle on the last toppings.
Total Calories: 283
Ebelskivers
The Danish egg dish ebelskivers — think of them as a cross between a frittata and a popover — are ready to enjoy in under 10 minutes. If you're sick of scrambles and frittatas, this tomato pesto ebelskiver [7] might be just what you're looking for.
Total Calories (three pieces): 252