Food Recipes 25 Easy Breakfast Recipes Ready in 30 Minutes or Less No time to cook in the morning? No problem. By Samantha Leffler Samantha Leffler Instagram Website Samantha is the senior food editor at RealSimple and previously launched the US Weekly food vertical, where she wrote about the intersection of food and pop culture. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Published on April 11, 2023 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: VICTOR PROTASIO If it’s a constant battle for you to get out the door on time every morning, chances are you aren’t starting your day with a healthful, balanced meal that will nourish your body and keep you full until lunch. While the last thing you might want to do is add more to your morning routine, whipping up your own healthy breakfast basically ensures your day will begin on a better note. And don’t worry, these easy breakfast recipes won’t require you to set your alarm clock for 6 a.m. In fact, all of these simple yet tasty meals can be made in 30 minutes or less, with some, like Pomegranate-Almond Toast and Crunchy Skillet Eggs, coming together in just 10 (yes, 10!) minutes. Ready for some easy breakfast recipes that won’t disappoint? Scroll down for more! 11 Easy, Tasty Breakfast Recipes With Eggs 01 of 25 Sautéed Hard-Boiled Egg Breakfast Greg DuPree This plate features creamy hummus, fluffy warm pita, and fresh herbs, but the real star of the dish is the crispy sautéed hard-boiled egg. To cook your egg to perfection, season it and give it a quick sear in a sizzling hot skillet. get the recipe 02 of 25 Pink Dragon Smoothie Caitlin Bensel This bright purple smoothie gets its bold hue from dragon fruit, raspberries, and beets. If you can't find fresh dragon fruit, don't fret. Frozen dragon fruit puree sold in packages is easy to source at grocery stores. get the recipe 03 of 25 Pomegranate-Almond Toast Caitlin Bensel Forget plain buttered toast and try this flavorful, creamy version instead. It’s topped with almond butter, pomegranate arils, and lightly salted pumpkin seeds. If you prefer your breakfasts on the sweet side, drizzle some maple syrup or honey over the top. get the recipe 04 of 25 Grains and Greens Scramble Caitlin Bensel This healthful breakfast has everything you need in the morning—scrambled eggs, nutty farro, crispy lacinato kale, and chopped Calabrian chiles for plenty of spice. If you like cheese, try sprinkling some crumbled goat cheese or feta over the top. get the recipe 05 of 25 Ham and Egg Croissant Sandwiches Victor Protasio Pretend you’re in Paris with this luxe 15-minute breakfast sandwich on a fresh croissant. Each sandwich has a fried egg—which you can make a bunch of at once on a sheet pan to last the week—baby arugula, a zesty mayonnaise spread, and ham. When grocery shopping, look for French bistro-style ham, which will take these sandwiches up a notch. get the recipe 06 of 25 Crunchy Skillet Eggs With Herbs The secret to the crunch in this recipe is panko breadcrumbs, which coat the bottom of the pan to create an irresistible crust in just 10 minutes. On top of that crust you’ll find fried eggs showered in herbs, with a drizzle of white balsamic vinegar that provides an acidic punch. Enjoy with toast or quick wilted greens. get the recipe 07 of 25 Saucy Simmered Eggs Victor Protasio This quick take on shakshuka is perfect for busy mornings. Italian spices and a jar of marinara help this dish come together quickly, and once you infuse the sauce with sautéed onion, you’re nearly done. Next, you’ll poach the eggs right in the sauce, top it with chunks of feta cheese, and sprinkle it with herbs. No matter what you do, just make sure to serve this dish with crusty bread so you can dunk it in the jammy egg yolks. get the recipe 08 of 25 Raspberry Smoothie Bowl Christopher Testani Give yourself the five-star restaurant treatment with this vibrant breakfast bowl that comes together in just 10 minutes. The smoothie base is made with a banana, almond milk, frozen raspberries, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of cinnamon. Top it off with fresh kiwi, roasted almonds, chia seeds, and granola, and chow down. get the recipe 09 of 25 Savory Oatmeal With Spinach and Poached Eggs Greg DuPree For something savory, try this oatmeal topped with a perfectly poached egg. You’ll start by cooking the oats in a skillet with some onion, then you’ll stir in plenty of Parmesan cheese and top each serving with chives, spinach, and that poached egg. Easy enough, right? get the recipe 10 of 25 Pesto Egg Salad Toasts Caitlin Bensel This elevated take on egg salad, which takes just 25 minutes to make, features a simple stir-together pesto and plenty of peppery arugula. To make your morning even easier, prep the egg salad and/or pesto the night before. get the recipe 11 of 25 Sun-Dried Tomato Shakshuka Victor Protasio A breakfast classic, this dish can easily feed the whole family. The key to this iteration is sun-dried tomatoes, which offer a more concentrated umami flavor and subtle sweetness than canned or fresh tomatoes. The array of just-set eggs are pretty delicious too. Just make sure you have plenty of crusty bread for dipping! get the recipe 12 of 25 Smoked Salmon Flatbread Victor Protasio While this dish can totally work for dinner, it’s also a perfectly suitable breakfast option that always delivers. Here, store-bought naan is slathered with a flavor-boosted cream cheese mixture made with lemon zest, chives, and garlic. Then, smoked salmon as well as thin slices of red onion and a sprinkling of briny, salty capers and peppery arugula complete the dish. get the recipe 15 Healthy Egg Recipes 13 of 25 Focaccia Breakfast Sandwiches Victor Protasio The key to this easy recipe is buying the best, tastiest focaccia you can find. Then, you’ll sandwich cheesy scrambled eggs, salty prosciutto, fresh spinach, and Parmesan-roasted tomatoes between two fluffy slices of the stuff for a 20-minute meal. get the recipe 14 of 25 Italian Baked Eggs Jen Causey This Italian egg dish, which is conveniently big enough to feed the whole family, comes together in just 25 minutes. It starts with a hearty tomato sauce base that includes turkey sausage and sautéd onion and garlic, and is then topped with four eggs before being baked in the oven. Serve with some mozzarella-topped toasted bread so you can scoop up every last bit of that tomato-y goodness. get the recipe 15 of 25 Tropical Creamsicle Smoothie Greg DuPree Dessert for breakfast is always a brilliant idea, but even better if the dessert is secretly healthy. Enter this tropical creamsicle smoothie recipe: it's filled with fresh mango, apple cider vinegar, coconut milk, and carrots (a vegetable!). Serve it with a straw or pour it in a thermos so you can sip on the go. get the recipe 16 of 25 Smørrebrød With Yogurt, Beets, and Eggs GREG DUPREE Smørrebrød is an open-faced sandwich from Denmark, where densely seeded bread is slathered with butter and piled with artfully arranged toppings like pickled herring, cheese, eggs, and herbs. In this lighter version that you can whip up in 25 minutes, yogurt swaps in for the butter, and a fresh marinated beet salad adds fresh tang. Top it off with jammy soft-cooked eggs and briny capers for an especially exciting way to start your day. get the recipe 17 of 25 French Toast Sticks Alison Miksch What’s not to love about French toast sticks? Suitable for kids and adults alike, this breakfast favorite is ideal for a big group. For this recipe you’ll use hot dog buns in place of regular bread, and drench ‘em in pure maple syrup. For an adult twist on this recipe, add some amaretto to the batter. get the recipe 18 of 25 Sweet Potato Buttermilk Pancakes HEAMI LEE Cooked and mashed sweet potato is whisked into a cinnamon- and nutmeg-spiced batter for a very flavorful take on buttermilk pancakes. The bright orange batter is also sweetened with maple syrup, which you can drizzle on top of your pancakes once they’re cooked. Since a big stack of these pancakes comes together in just 25 minutes, this would be a great dish to serve to a large group, or to eat slowly throughout the week. get the recipe 19 of 25 Spring Greens Tartine With Prosciutto, Fontina, and a Fried Egg Greg DuPree On the hunt for an elevated breakfast sandwich? We’ve got you covered. This open-faced wonder has all the main ingredients—bread, eggs, meat, and cheese—but kicks things up a notch by bringing together crispy prosciutto, melty fontina cheese, and irresistible fried eggs on crusty bread. Add earthy sautéed greens and you’re good to go! get the recipe 20 of 25 Creamy Date Shakes Greg DuPree Part smoothie, part milkshake, this drink is a great way to start the day. To enjoy, blend almond milk, butterscotch-y Medjool dates, protein-packed hemp seeds, and cinnamon with ice until smooth. To serve, pour in a glass and dust with another dash of cinnamon. get the recipe 21 of 25 Vegan Breakfast Burrito With Tofu Scramble Jennifer Causey If you’re trying to cut down on your meat consumption, give this 25-minute vegan breakfast burrito a whirl. Tofu flavored with nutritional yeast, turmeric, and cumin takes the place of eggs, while poblano chiles, avocado slices, and your favorite store-bought salsa add texture and flavor. get the recipe 22 of 25 Good Morning Green Smoothie Caitlin Bensel Get your fill of greens in the morning with this vibrant smoothie that includes baby spinach, cucumber, and hemp seeds for protein and healthy fats. You’ll also find apple and pineapple for a touch of freshness, while a dash of agave sweetens this healthy drink ever so slightly. get the recipe 23 of 25 Potato, Egg, and Avocado Hash Jen Causey This vegetarian hash includes several breakfast heavy hitters, including potatoes, red peppers, and chunks of creamy avocado. The dish is then topped with protein-rich eggs, as well as lime juice and cilantro for a flavor boost. get the recipe 24 of 25 Nutty Superfood Breakfast Bites Made with almonds, pepitas, quinoa, pistachios, goji berries, and dried blueberries, these breakfast bites are as tasty as they are healthy. Since they take just 30 minutes to make, you can whip up a batch on Sunday night and enjoy them throughout the week. get the recipe The 30 Healthiest Foods to Eat Every Day 25 of 25 Egg-In-a-Hole With Smoked Salmon Charles Masters This delicious breakfast looks gourmet, but takes just 10 minutes from start to finish. You’ll start by making a hole in your bread, then you’ll toss it in a skillet to give it some color and crunch. While the bread is crisping up, crack an egg directly into the hole and wait for it to set. Top your bread with smoked salmon, crème fraiche, capers, and sliced red onions, and breakfast is ready. get the recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! 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