Healthy Recipes Cooking Methods Quick & Easy Healthy, Quick & Easy Breakfast & Brunch Recipes 24 Anti-Inflammatory Breakfasts with 5 Ingredients or Less By Sadie Schulte Sadie Schulte Sadie Schulte is EatingWell's editorial apprentice. She attends Iowa State University, where she is a senior studying advertising and fashion communications. During her time at college, she has worked as a reporter at the campus newspaper, the Iowa State Daily, where she writes about culture and lifestyle. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on April 24, 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: Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster Refresh your breakfast routine with these easy recipes made with just five ingredients or less (not counting pantry staples like salt, pepper and oil). Each dish is the perfect combination of convenience, nutrition and delicious taste. Plus, these recipes feature anti-inflammatory foods like whole grains, avocados, nuts, fatty fish and dark green vegetables. Incorporating these ingredients in your diet can help reduce symptoms of inflammation like fatigue, joint pain and difficulty sleeping. Recipes like our Chickpea Kale Toast and our Avocado Smoked Salmon Omlet are so simple and delicous that you’ll want to make them again and again. 01 of 24 Chickpea & Kale Toast Ted & Chelsea Cavanaugh This healthy toast recipe combines chickpeas, kale and feta for a savory bite. View Recipe 02 of 24 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 03 of 24 Baked Eggs in Tomato Sauce with Kale You can make these three-ingredient tomato-simmered eggs with things you probably already have on hand in your freezer and pantry. To make these baked eggs more like eggs in purgatory, look for a spicy tomato sauce and don't forget some whole-wheat bread for dipping. View Recipe 04 of 24 Avocado & Smoked Salmon Omelet Stay full until lunch when you add this avocado and smoked salmon omelet to your morning routine. This healthy omelet recipe is packed with healthy fat, which helps quash hunger, and the avocado's fiber helps you feel full longer. View Recipe 05 of 24 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 06 of 24 Cranberry-Apple Smoothie This riff on a classic fruit juice combines sweet apples with tart cranberries for a healthy, fiber-filled smoothie. View Recipe 07 of 24 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 08 of 24 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 09 of 24 Coconut Overnight Oatmeal Make mornings a little easier when you soak oats overnight for a quick and easy breakfast. View Recipe 10 of 24 3-Ingredient Bell Pepper & Cheese Egg Cups Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster 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 11 of 24 Nut & Berry Parfait In this quick high-protein breakfast recipe, Greek yogurt is topped with healthy berries and almonds and lightly sweetened with honey. View Recipe 12 of 24 Lentil & Goat Cheese Toast Ted & Chelsea Cavanaugh This simple goat cheese toast is topped with lentils and walnuts for a satisfying, savory bite. View Recipe 13 of 24 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 14 of 24 Strawberry & Yogurt Parfait Alexandra Shytsman This strawberry parfait recipe combines fresh fruit, strained yogurt and crunchy granola for an easy breakfast. Pack the parfait in a Mason jar for a healthy breakfast on the go. View Recipe 15 of 24 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 24 Chocolate-Raspberry Oatmeal Start your morning off right with this hot bowl of oatmeal, flavored with cocoa powder and fresh raspberries. View Recipe 17 of 24 Berry-Mint Kefir Smoothies Kefir is similar to yogurt, full of gut-friendly probiotics. But it has fewer carbs and a more drinkable consistency--perfect for smoothies. View Recipe 18 of 24 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 19 of 24 Smoked Salmon Scrambled Eggs Make a big batch of this healthy scrambled egg recipe and serve it with bagels for a fun brunch. View Recipe 20 of 24 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 21 of 24 Egg, Spinach & Cheddar Breakfast Sandwich Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman Fill yourself up with this ultra-quick egg, spinach and Cheddar breakfast sandwich. It's not only fast, but there's a good chance you already have the ingredients on hand that you'll need to pull it together, so you can skip a trip to the store before your busy workweek. View Recipe 22 of 24 Cheesy Egg Quesadilla with Spinach Johnny Autry A cheesy, spinach-packed quesadilla is topped with a sunny-side-up egg for a quick, protein-packed breakfast. Top with hot sauce for a kick of spice. View Recipe 23 of 24 Spinach & Egg Scramble with Raspberries Jen Causey This quick egg scramble with hearty bread is one of the best breakfasts for weight loss. It combines protein-packed eggs and superfood raspberries with filling whole-grain toast and nutrient-rich spinach. The protein and fiber help fill you up and keep you going through the morning. View Recipe 24 of 24 Strawberry Peach Smoothie Ali Redmond Cauliflower in a smoothie might sound like a deal breaker, but trust us, it's worth it. Not only does it boost your veggie servings for the day, it also makes this peach smoothie even creamier. View Recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit