Breakfast Ideas
I personally just have a quick protein shake in the mornings but every now and then on the weekends I like to have some variety. Here are a few recipes you can enjoy in the mornings even when you are on the run as they only take about 10-15 minutes to make. I guarantee you will have a "Good Morning" with these protein packed, gluten free, soy free, dairy free, sugar free breakfast options. Enjoy!
Absolutely Decadent Coconut Macadamia Chocolate-Chip Pancakes
(Gluten, Dairy and Soy Free)
Gluten-Free/Dairy-Free Coconut Pancakes
Ingredients
3 Tbsp Bob’s Red Mill Coconut flour
1 Egg
2 Egg Whites
½ tsp Baking Powder
Pinch of Salt
3 Tbsp Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk
½ Tsp Vanilla Extract
1 Tbsp Enjoy Life Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
½ Tbsp Crushed Macadamia Nuts (about two nuts)
Hazelnut butter (Optional)
Agave Nectar (Optional)
After countless attempts to come up with a healthy pancake recipe that was gluten-free/dairy-free and that tasted delicious this is what I came up with. It makes about 4 medium pancakes and is perfect for two. I have highlighted in bold how to make these more decadent but keep in mind that each of these small changes makes these delicious pancakes much higher in fat. Enjoy!
In a large mixing bowl add sifted coconut flour, baking powder and salt. Mix well. Add in egg, egg whites, almond milk, vanilla. (Decadent modification #1: replace almond milk with unsweetened coconut milk). Fold in chocolate chips and crushed macadamia nuts. (Decadent modification #2: Add in an extra Tbsp of Chocolate Chips and 1 Tbsp Unsweetened Shredded Coconut).
Cook over medium heat on in a lightly greased cooking pan for about 30-60seconds per side or until lightly golden brown.
Makes about 4 pancakes and takes about 10 minutes to make.
Top lightly with agave nectar and hazelnut butter.
Decadent modification #3: Blend 1 Tbsp of chocolate chips, 1 Tbsp Unsweetened shredded coconut, 1 Tbsp Unsweetened Coconut Milk and Microwave for 15-30 seconds to makes a delicious chocolate sauce)
Calories for 2 Pancakes (without hazelnut butter or Agave nectar or modifications)
158 Calories, 8.5g Fat, 11.7g Carbs, 4.6g Fibre, 9.1g Protein
Weight Watchers Points: 3
3 Tbsp Bob’s Red Mill Coconut flour
1 Egg
2 Egg Whites
½ tsp Baking Powder
Pinch of Salt
3 Tbsp Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk
½ Tsp Vanilla Extract
1 Tbsp Enjoy Life Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
½ Tbsp Crushed Macadamia Nuts (about two nuts)
Hazelnut butter (Optional)
Agave Nectar (Optional)
After countless attempts to come up with a healthy pancake recipe that was gluten-free/dairy-free and that tasted delicious this is what I came up with. It makes about 4 medium pancakes and is perfect for two. I have highlighted in bold how to make these more decadent but keep in mind that each of these small changes makes these delicious pancakes much higher in fat. Enjoy!
In a large mixing bowl add sifted coconut flour, baking powder and salt. Mix well. Add in egg, egg whites, almond milk, vanilla. (Decadent modification #1: replace almond milk with unsweetened coconut milk). Fold in chocolate chips and crushed macadamia nuts. (Decadent modification #2: Add in an extra Tbsp of Chocolate Chips and 1 Tbsp Unsweetened Shredded Coconut).
Cook over medium heat on in a lightly greased cooking pan for about 30-60seconds per side or until lightly golden brown.
Makes about 4 pancakes and takes about 10 minutes to make.
Top lightly with agave nectar and hazelnut butter.
Decadent modification #3: Blend 1 Tbsp of chocolate chips, 1 Tbsp Unsweetened shredded coconut, 1 Tbsp Unsweetened Coconut Milk and Microwave for 15-30 seconds to makes a delicious chocolate sauce)
Calories for 2 Pancakes (without hazelnut butter or Agave nectar or modifications)
158 Calories, 8.5g Fat, 11.7g Carbs, 4.6g Fibre, 9.1g Protein
Weight Watchers Points: 3
Quick Blueberry Banana Protein & Buckwheat Pancakes (Gluten, Dairy and Soy Free)
Gluten Free Protein Pancakes
Ingredients
1 Cup (Aliments Tristan) Preparation for Buckwheat Pancakes (Can be bought at most health food stores)
1 Scoop Vega Complete Whole Food Health Optimizer
1 Banana, Cut into slices
1/2 Cup Blueberries
1/2 Tsp Ground Cinnamon
1/2 Tsp Ground Nutmeg
Approximately two cups of water
For the Yogurt Sauce seen in the photo
1/2 Cup Plain Goats Yogurt
1 Tbsp Agave Nectar
1/4 Cup Strawberries, Pureed
In a large bowl, Mix the Buckwheat Pancake Preparation, Vega Health Optimizer, Cinnamon and Nutmeg with about 2 cups of water (Until a pancake-like consistency occurs). Add in the sliced banana and blueberries and mix well. ( this is where i think some walnuts might also be a good - I would add 1-2 Tbsp)
On a lightly oiled non-stick pan, heat over medium heat for about a minute or two on each side or until lightly golden brown.
Top with Yogurt Sauce and some Agave Nectar and fresh fruit.
Makes about 6 Pancakes and takes about 10 Minutes to make.
Nutritional Values Per Pancake:
24.3g Carbs, 5.06g Protein, 1.1g Fat, 4.4g Fiber, 123.8 Calories
Weight Watchers Points: 2
1 Cup (Aliments Tristan) Preparation for Buckwheat Pancakes (Can be bought at most health food stores)
1 Scoop Vega Complete Whole Food Health Optimizer
1 Banana, Cut into slices
1/2 Cup Blueberries
1/2 Tsp Ground Cinnamon
1/2 Tsp Ground Nutmeg
Approximately two cups of water
For the Yogurt Sauce seen in the photo
1/2 Cup Plain Goats Yogurt
1 Tbsp Agave Nectar
1/4 Cup Strawberries, Pureed
In a large bowl, Mix the Buckwheat Pancake Preparation, Vega Health Optimizer, Cinnamon and Nutmeg with about 2 cups of water (Until a pancake-like consistency occurs). Add in the sliced banana and blueberries and mix well. ( this is where i think some walnuts might also be a good - I would add 1-2 Tbsp)
On a lightly oiled non-stick pan, heat over medium heat for about a minute or two on each side or until lightly golden brown.
Top with Yogurt Sauce and some Agave Nectar and fresh fruit.
Makes about 6 Pancakes and takes about 10 Minutes to make.
Nutritional Values Per Pancake:
24.3g Carbs, 5.06g Protein, 1.1g Fat, 4.4g Fiber, 123.8 Calories
Weight Watchers Points: 2
Cinnamon French Toast (Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Soy Free)
Ingredients:
In a bowl, whisk egg and egg white until foamy. Whisk in almond milk, vanilla, and cinnamon.
Lightly spray a skillet with olive oil. Dip 4 slices of bread in the egg mixture, turning to coat thoroughly.
Place coated bread slices in hot skillet over medium-low heat. Cook, turning, until both sides are nicely browned, about 2 minutes each side.Transfer to a warm plate and keep warm in oven. Repeat with remaining bread and egg mixture. To serve, sprinkle with cinnamon or icing sugar, if desired. Serve with maple syrup or agave nectar.
Serves 4 (Two 2 Slices Each) and take about 10 minutes to make.
Nutritional Information per Serving: 208 Calories, 5.8g Fat, 33.4g Carbs, 3.1g Fiber, 6.6g Protein
Weight Watchers Points: 4
- 1 egg
- 2 egg whites
- 1/4 cup Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk or Lactose Free Milk
- 1/2 teaspoon organic vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 8-10 slices L'Angelique Gluten Cinnamon Raisin Bread (I purchased it at "Tau" on Saint Denis)
In a bowl, whisk egg and egg white until foamy. Whisk in almond milk, vanilla, and cinnamon.
Lightly spray a skillet with olive oil. Dip 4 slices of bread in the egg mixture, turning to coat thoroughly.
Place coated bread slices in hot skillet over medium-low heat. Cook, turning, until both sides are nicely browned, about 2 minutes each side.Transfer to a warm plate and keep warm in oven. Repeat with remaining bread and egg mixture. To serve, sprinkle with cinnamon or icing sugar, if desired. Serve with maple syrup or agave nectar.
Serves 4 (Two 2 Slices Each) and take about 10 minutes to make.
Nutritional Information per Serving: 208 Calories, 5.8g Fat, 33.4g Carbs, 3.1g Fiber, 6.6g Protein
Weight Watchers Points: 4
Quick High Protein Scrambled Eggs
(Gluten & Dairy Free)
Ingredients
2 eggs
2 large Egg Whites
50 g Ham, Black Forest
1/2 Tomato, chopped
1 tsp Basil, Dried
1/4 cup Parsley, chopped
1 slice Swiss Flavor Veggie Cheese (Soy)
Whisk together eggs and egg whites together in a large bowl. Throw in the ham, chopped tomatoes, basil and parsley. Heat in a lightly oiled skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes. Throw in pieces of cheese in the last minute.
Serves 1
Nutritional Information: 281 Calories, 12.5g Fat, 5.2g Carbs, 1.2g Fiber, 32g Protein
Weight Watchers Points: 6
2 eggs
2 large Egg Whites
50 g Ham, Black Forest
1/2 Tomato, chopped
1 tsp Basil, Dried
1/4 cup Parsley, chopped
1 slice Swiss Flavor Veggie Cheese (Soy)
Whisk together eggs and egg whites together in a large bowl. Throw in the ham, chopped tomatoes, basil and parsley. Heat in a lightly oiled skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes. Throw in pieces of cheese in the last minute.
Serves 1
Nutritional Information: 281 Calories, 12.5g Fat, 5.2g Carbs, 1.2g Fiber, 32g Protein
Weight Watchers Points: 6