Special Diets 16 5-Ingredient Mediterranean Diet Breakfasts to Help Reduce Inflammation By Dillon Evans Dillon Evans Dillon Evans fell in love with cooking at a very young age. He remembers the novel experiences of microwaving a bowl of oatmeal without his parents' permission and asking to make his mother's morning pot of coffee. These moments became catalysts for his interest in cooking and baking. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on January 16, 2024 Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Jessica Ball, M.S., RD, is nutrition editor for EatingWell. She is a registered dietitian with a master's in food, nutrition and sustainability. In addition to EatingWell, her work has appeared in Food & Wine, Real Simple, Parents, Better Homes and Gardens and MyRecipes. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Trending Videos Close this video player Photo: Carolyn Hodges, M.S., RDN Start your day with one of these delicious, anti-inflammatory breakfast recipes. With five ingredients or less (not counting pantry staples like salt, pepper and oil), these easy morning meals come together using inflammation-fighting foods like berries, dark leafy greens and eggs. Regularly adding in anti-inflammatory foods can help relieve pesky symptoms of inflammation like muscle aches, digestion issues and mental fog. Plus, these dishes are also packed with nutritious whole grains, dairy and nuts to align with the Mediterranean diet (one of the healthiest, most customizable eating patterns to follow). Recipes like our 3-Ingredient Bell Pepper & Cheese Egg Cups and Two-Ingredient Banana Pancakes are flavorful mains that can help you take on the day feeling healthy and energized. 01 of 16 Avocado-Egg Toast Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey Try it once and we think you'll agree: Topping avocado toast with an egg is a near-perfect breakfast. View Recipe 02 of 16 Muesli with Raspberries Start your day off with whole grains, fiber and protein with this easy breakfast. View Recipe 03 of 16 3-Ingredient Bell Pepper & Cheese Egg Cups Carolyn Hodges, M.S., RDN Requiring just three main ingredients—bell peppers, eggs and shredded cheese—these portable baked eggs are simple to assemble and perfect for meal prep. View Recipe 04 of 16 Spinach, Peanut Butter & Banana Smoothie Ali Redmond Peanut butter and banana is a classic combo that's even more delicious with the addition of tangy probiotic-rich kefir. Plus, this peanut butter banana smoothie helps you up your veggie servings for the day with a bit of mild-flavored spinach mixed in. View Recipe 05 of 16 10-Minute Spinach Omelet Carson Downing This delicious spinach omelet recipe is ready in just 10 minutes for a nutritious breakfast. Eggs and cheese help pack it with protein, while fresh dill boosts its flavor. View Recipe 06 of 16 Strawberry & Yogurt Parfait Alexandra Shytsman This strawberry parfait recipe combines fresh fruit, Greek yogurt and crunchy granola for an easy breakfast. Pack the parfait in a Mason jar for a healthy breakfast on the go. View Recipe 07 of 16 Anti-Inflammatory Breakfast Smoothie Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster This mango green smoothie gets bright tart flavor from frozen passion fruit, and inflammation-fighting benefits from fresh kale. Dates add natural sweetness without added sugar. While cilantro may not be a typical smoothie ingredient, we love the herbal notes it adds to this smoothie. Feel free to leave it out if that's not your thing—it's just as delicious without. View Recipe 08 of 16 Two-Ingredient Banana Pancakes These delicious and unbelievably simple pancakes are best enjoyed right after cooking. With just eggs and a banana, you can have healthy grain-free pancakes with no added sugar. View Recipe 09 of 16 Roasted Red Pepper & Spinach Egg Bites Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Styling: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster This egg bites recipe is inspired by Starbucks' popular grab-and-go breakfast, with each bite filled with veggies surrounded by a light and creamy egg custard. Once you get the hang of making these, try switching up the veggies and cheese. You can also add grated garlic, chopped fresh herbs or even a few dashes of hot sauce to give them a little kick. View Recipe 10 of 16 Fruit & Yogurt Smoothie Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster This easy fruit smoothie recipe calls for just three ingredients: yogurt, fruit juice and frozen fruit. Mix up your fruit combinations from day to day for a healthy breakfast or snack that never gets boring. View Recipe 11 of 16 Parmesan Cloud Eggs These light and fluffy eggs are loaded with Parmesan and scallions for tons of flavor, plus there's a luscious runny yolk on top. And don't worry, this impressive brunch recipe is easy enough for anyone to master. View Recipe 12 of 16 Berry-Kefir Smoothie Ana Cadena Get a probiotic boost at breakfast when you add kefir to your smoothie. Feel free to use any berries and nut butter you have on hand in this healthy smoothie recipe. View Recipe 13 of 16 Pesto Scrambled Eggs Photographer / Brie Passano Styling / Annie Probst / Holly Raibikis Pep up breakfast (or dinner) with a little pesto. And be careful not to overcook your eggs. Scrambled eggs are at their best when you see soft, creamy curds. Serve with a slice of whole-grain toast and sliced tomatoes. View Recipe 14 of 16 Oatmeal with Fruit & Nuts Alexander Shytsman This protein-packed healthy breakfast recipe gets a touch of sweetness from apple and crunch from walnuts. Feel free to pick your favorite fruit (try berries or pears) and nuts (maybe almonds or pistachios) to personalize your healthy oatmeal. View Recipe 15 of 16 Salsa Scrambled Eggs Breakfast tacos are a great gluten-free alternative to the classic eggs and toast. Serve this easy scrambled egg recipe with a banana for a boost of potassium. View Recipe 16 of 16 Mascarpone & Berries Toast Creamy mascarpone is delightful when topped with mixed berries and mint for this bright-tasting, easy and healthy breakfast toast. View Recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit