Healthy Recipes Mealtimes Breakfast & Brunch 19 High-Fiber Breakfasts to Support Heart Health 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 Published on November 1, 2023 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 Start your day with these delicious, high-fiber breakfasts to help keep your heart strong. These recipes are packed with at least 6 grams of fiber per serving from filling ingredients like oats, raspberries and avocado to help support your digestive system and heart health. Plus, they’re also made low in saturated fat and sodium to align with a heart-healthy eating pattern. Recipes like our Peanut Butter Protein Overnight Oats and Berry-Kefir Smoothie are nutritious, satisfying and flavorful meals you’ll want to enjoy again and again. 01 of 19 Apple Pie-Inspired Overnight Oats Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Skyler Myers, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco There's no better way to usher in fall than apple pie-inspired overnight oats in the morning. Prep and store this easy breakfast ahead of time to have on hand for busy work and school mornings. You can substitute any nondairy milk for the reduced-fat milk, or try kefir if you want your oats extra tangy. View Recipe 02 of 19 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 03 of 19 Raspberry Yogurt Cereal Bowl For breakfast, snack or a healthy dessert, try using yogurt instead of milk for your cereal. If making this as a to-go snack, keep the cereal separate and top just before eating. View Recipe 04 of 19 Peanut Butter Protein Overnight Oats Powdered peanut butter is a handy pantry staple that makes a great vegan protein booster for oatmeal and smoothies. Double or triple this recipe to meal-prep breakfasts for the week or to have breakfast ready for the entire family. View Recipe 05 of 19 Chocolate-Banana Protein Smoothie Red lentils give this smoothie a plant-based protein boost. To make this smoothie vegan, try using unsweetened coconut beverage or almond milk in place of the dairy milk. View Recipe 06 of 19 Really Green Smoothie The combination of kale and avocado makes this healthy smoothie recipe extra green. Chia seeds lend a heart-healthy punch of fiber and omega-3 fatty acids. View Recipe 07 of 19 Banana Oatmeal Caitlin Bensel This banana oatmeal will fuel you up for the day. Mashed bananas add sweetness, and the warm spices and maple syrup complete this quick and comforting breakfast. View Recipe 08 of 19 Mango-Almond Smoothie Bowl For this healthy smoothie bowl recipe, be sure to use frozen fruit (not fresh) to keep the texture thick, creamy and frosty. View Recipe 09 of 19 Peanut Butter-Banana English Muffin Peanut butter and banana are the original power couple. Top a simple toasted English muffin with the duo, then sprinkle everything with a hit of ground cinnamon for a healthy breakfast of champions. View Recipe 10 of 19 Creamy Blueberry-Pecan Oatmeal In this satisfying, on-the-go oatmeal recipe, protein-rich Greek yogurt, crunchy pecans and sweet berries make this the perfect healthy breakfast. Short on time in the morning? Try our overnight oatmeal variation. View Recipe 11 of 19 Sprouted-Grain Toast with Peanut Butter & Banana Jelly is delicious, but nothing beats the natural sweetness of a nutritious banana. It's the perfect addition to creamy peanut butter and a crisp slice of fiber-rich toast. View Recipe 12 of 19 Overnight Matcha Oats with Berries Greg DuPree Blueberries and raspberries top these matcha overnight oats for a quick, meal-prep-friendly breakfast. View Recipe 13 of 19 Strawberry-Chocolate Smoothie This creamy, rich strawberry-chocolate smoothie will satisfy any chocolate cravings. It's so decadent you might want it as a dessert, too. View Recipe 14 of 19 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 15 of 19 Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds This easy overnight oats with chia seeds recipe is naturally sweetened with peaches, but any chopped fresh or frozen fruit works well here. Chia seeds thicken the mixture as it sits, and they offer a healthy dose of fiber and omega-3 fats. Store these oats in individual airtight containers (like a mason jar) for an easy breakfast on the go. View Recipe 16 of 19 Spinach-Avocado Smoothie This healthy green smoothie gets super creamy from the frozen banana and avocado. Make ahead (up to 1 day) and store it in the fridge until you need a veggie boost. View Recipe 17 of 19 Chocolate-Banana Overnight Oats Chocolate-hazelnut spread adds a touch of luxury to your humble bowl of overnight oatmeal. Banana slices pair perfectly with the spread and add natural sweetness (no need for additional sugar). A sprinkle of flaky salt helps keep this quick breakfast from being cloyingly sweet. View Recipe 18 of 19 Overnight Quinoa Pudding This quick and easy recipe blends quinoa and chia seeds for a protein-packed dessert or grab-and-go breakfast. This recipe uses kefir rather than milk for a probiotic boost and instead of refined sugar, this pudding relies on maple syrup for its sweetness. Prep time is minimal--just leave the mixture in the refrigerator overnight to firm up. View Recipe 19 of 19 Mango-Ginger Smoothie Red lentils are a sneaky source of plant-based protein in this healthy smoothie recipe. The lentils add 3 grams more protein than an equal-size portion of nonfat plain yogurt and 4 grams more fiber than a typical serving of protein powder. View Recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit