Egg-Crust Breakfast Pizza with Pepperoni, Olives, Mozzarella and Tomatos

(Makes 1 or 2 servings, depending on what you serve it with)

Equipment
You'll need an 8-inch nonstick omelet pan to make a breakfast pizza that looks like mine. (When I used a bigger pan, I didn't like it as well with more egg.)

Ingredients
1-2 tsp. olive oil (depending on your pan)
2 eggs, beaten well
4-5 small grape tomatoes, thinly sliced
6 slices turkey pepperoni, cut in half to make half-moon pieces
6 - 8 black olives, thinly sliced
1 oz. low-fat mozzarella, cut into small cubes
Spike Seasoning, to taste (about 1/2 tsp.)
dried oregano, to taste (about 1/4 tsp.)

Directions
Preheat broiler in oven or small toaster oven. Break eggs into a small bowl and beat well. Slice tomatoes and olives, cut pepperoni in half, and cut mozzarella into small cubes.

Add olive oil to the omelet pan and heat over medium heat until the pan is starting to get hot, about 1 minute. Add the eggs, season with Spike Seasoning and oregano, and cook until eggs are starting to set on the bottom, about 2 minutes.

Sprinkle on half each of the tomatoes, pepperoni, olives, and mozzarella, followed by a second layer with half of each. (Be sure there is plenty of cheese on the top layer.) Cover the pan and cook until the eggs are mostly set and cheese is starting to melt, about 3-4 minutes.

Put pan under the broil and cook until the cheese is nicely melted and the top is starting to brown, about 2-3 minutes with oven broiler or 4-5 minutes in a small toaster oven broiler. Serve hot.

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It’s No-atmeal!

(Pronounced “note-meal," this bowl of nutty goodness is a delicious oatmeal alternative)

Ingredients
1 small handful of walnuts
1 small handful of pecans
2 tablespoons ground flax seed
1/2 – 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch of ground nutmeg
1 pinch ground ginger
1 tablespoon almond butter
1 banana, mashed
3 eggs
1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (add more if you prefer it a little runny)
2 teaspoons pumpkin seeds
1 handful of goji berries or fresh berries

Directions
Add walnuts, pecans, flax seed and spices to a food processor and pulse it down to a course grain, making sure to stop before it’s totally ground into a powder. Set aside.

Whisk together eggs and almond milk until the consistency thickens a little bit into a loose custard. Thoroughly blend together the mashed banana and almond butter and add it to the custard, mixing well.

Stir in the nut mixture. Microwave or gently warm on the stove until the “no-atmeal” reaches your desired consistency; this should only take a few minutes. In both cases, stir the mixture frequently as it cooks.

Sprinkle pumpkin seeds and berries on top. Add more almond milk if you want. Lick the bowl clean!

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Egg And Turkey Stuffed Avocado

Fuel up in the morning and reap the rewards throughout the day and during your workout! If this recipe doesn't make you fall in love with avocados, then I don't know what will. Plus, the ideal match of protein and heart healthy fats is sure to keep you moving. Add some toast (and more lean protein if desired) and you're set! Boom.

Ingredients
1 Haas Avocado
2 Eggs
2 slices uncured, nitrate-free, natural Turkey Bacon

Directions
Set oven to 405 degrees F. Slice avocados in half and scoop out part of the insides to make a larger hole. Either save or immediately eat the part of the removed avocado.
Crack eggs in a bowl.
Use folded/crumbled aluminum foil or a ramekin to prop up the avocado halves on a baking sheet.
Use a spoon to place 1 egg yolk in each of the avocado halves. Then pour the egg white evenly between the halves. Season if desired with pepper, cumin, and a small pinch of sea salt.
Bake in the oven for 22-25 minutes. Again, remember to use foil or ramekins to prop up avocados while they bake.
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Mexican Mocha-Meal

Lasso a healthy helping of carbohydrates that will keep you satiated for hours. The protein powder and almond milk will keep your protein levels high to start the day. 

Ingredients
1/2 cup rolled oats
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 tbsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1 cup unsweetened almond milk

Directions
Combine ingredients in a microwave-safe bowl.
Heat in microwave for 2 1/2 to 3 minutes.

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Red-Eye Chocolate and Peanut Butter Protein Parfait with Blueberries and Dark Chocolate Chips

This parfait packs a punch.. little shot of coffee mixed in with protein packed deliciousness gives you the jolt you need to jumpstart your day.. or afternoon.. or use decalf coffee for a post dinner treat. 

Ingredients
1 scoop whey protein isolate powder
1 tbsp Nescafe instant coffee
1 tbsp cocoa powder
1 cup Fage 0% non-fat Greek yogurt
2 tbsp powdered peanut butter
1/3 cup organic granola
Fresh blueberries
1 tbsp dark chocolate chips

Directions
Add granola to a jar, glass, cup or bowl.
Add 1/3 cup yogurt on top of the granola.
Mix 1/3 cup yogurt with powdered peanut butter. Add to the jar.
Mix 1/3 cup yogurt with protein powder, coffee, and cocoa powder. Add to the jar.
Top parfait with granola, 1 tbsp of chocolate chips, and blueberries.

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Caramel Overnight Oats With White Chocolate Buttercup Fluff

Put in the fridge the night before to grab and go in the morning! Satisfying and insanely delicious. 

Ingredients
1/4 cup (8 fl oz) Nonfat Plain Greek Yogurt
0.3 cup, dry Oatmeal
120 g Mashed Winter Type Squash
0.3 serving (serving = 1 medium) Dole Bananas
1/2 serving (serving = 2 tbsp) Calorie Free Caramel Syrup
1/2 serving (serving = 1 scoop) Vanilla Protein Powder
0.3 serving (serving = 1 cup) Silk Pure Almond Milk - Unsweetened Vanilla
1/2 serving (serving = 2 tbsp) P28 White Chocolate Spread

Directions
Mix together oatmeal, almond milk, yogurt, and caramel syrup. Place in the fridge and let it sit overnight.

Place the buttercup squash and peanut butter in a food processor and process until smooth. Top your oats with the squash mixture.
Devour.
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Pumpkin Protein Pancakes

Ingredients

1/2 cup large flake oats
1/4 cup cottage cheese
1/4 cup pure pumpkin
1/2 cup egg whites
1/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 tsp honey

Directions

Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
Heat 1 tsp of coconut oil in a pan.
Pour batter into the pan.
Once golden brown, flip and cook the other side.
Serve with a dollop of greek yogurt, real maple syrup & toasted pecans.

With greek yogurt - 355 Calories, 46gr Carbs, 5gr Fat, 33gr Protein, 14gr Sugar, 5gr Fiber

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Breakfast quinoa cereal with fresh fruit

Prep and Cook Time: 20 minutes (Serves 2)

Ingredients:
Quinoa
1/2 cup quinoa
1 cups water
sea salt to taste
Topping
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup blueberries
2 TBS pumpkin seeds
2 TBS sliced almonds
Top with 1/2 cup dairy-free milk alternative (e.g., one made from rice, oats, or almonds) and 1 tsp honey
(use any of your favorite fruits in season)

Directions: Preparing Quinoa
Placed well-rinsed quinoa with water and salt in a saucepan, cover and bring to a boil.
Turn the heat to low, keep covered, and simmer for 15 minutes.

Quinoa Breakfast
Divide quinoa between two bowls, adding one-half of the rolled oats on top.
Top each bowl with half of the blueberries, pumpkin seeds and almonds.
Serve with soy milk and honey.

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Mini Breakfast Quinoa Bites

In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups cooked quinoa, 2 eggs, 1 cup of your favorite veggies (spinach or zucchini work well), 1 cup shredded cheese, and a sprinkle of salt a pepper. Portion into a lightly greased mini muffin tin and bake at 350 for 15-20min.

Green Eggs and Ham Breakfast Burrito

Serves 2

Ingredients
1/4 cup pancetta, diced
4 eggs
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons pesto
2 whole wheat tortillas
Salt
Fresh ground pepper

Directions

Heat a small sauté pan over low heat.
Add the pancetta and cook until lightly crisp, about 12-15 minutes. Set aside.
Meanwhile, in a medium mixing bowl, beat eggs and milk until well combined and pale yellow. Season with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large saute pan over medium heat.
Add egg mixture to the pan. Let the eggs cook without stirring for a minute or two.
As the eggs start to set, use a wooden spoon to move the eggs around the pan, forming large curds. Continue cooking, stirring constantly, until the eggs set to desired doneness, about 3-5 minutes.
Drain and discard the oil from the pancetta. Add the meat to the scrambled eggs and mix together.
Spread 1 tablespoon of pesto across each tortilla. Divide the egg mixture among each tortilla, and roll burrito.

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Mini-Smoked Salmon Frittatas

Prep: 10 minutes; Cook: 30 minutes.

Yield: Makes 6 servings (serving size: 1 frittata)
[180cal/ 17g protein]

Ingredients
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup diced onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 ounces smoked salmon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
6 large eggs
8 large egg whites
1 tablespoon half-and-half
3 tablespoons 1% milk
3 ounces 1/3-less-fat cream cheese, cubed
2 tablespoons scallions, thinly sliced, for garnish

Directions

Preheat oven to 325°. Heat oil in a nonstick skillet. Sauté onion 2–3 minutes or until soft; add salt, pepper, and salmon. Remove from stovetop; let cool.

Combine the next 4 ingredients (through milk) in a bowl. Stir in the cream cheese. Lightly coat 6 (8-ounce) ramekins with cooking spray. Add 2 tablespoons of salmon mixture to each ramekin. Pour 3/4 cup egg mixture into each ramekin. (Do not overfill.)

Place ramekins on baking sheet; bake 25 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Garnish, if desired.

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Sweeter-Than-Apple-Pie Oatmeal

This recipe tastes like it's fresh out of the oven! The apples provide small amounts of many vitamins and minerals like Vitamins A and C, fiber and iron. The cinnamon may help curb a potential insulin spike and crash from the carbohydrates so you won't feel sleepy! Top your cinnamon apple pie oatmeal with a Quest bar for added protein.

Ingredients

· 1/2 cup rolled oats

· 1 cup water

· 1/2 apple, cored and chopped

· 1 Apple Pie Quest bar, cut into small pieces

· 1 tbsp cinnamon

· 2 tbsp Stevia

· 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg

· 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Directions

· Bring the water to a boil in a small saucepan.

· Add oats, chopped apple, cinnamon, nutmeg, Stevia and vanilla extract to the pan.

· Reduce the heat to medium and cook for 4-5 minutes, stir occasionally.

· Pour the mixture in 2 separate bowls.

· Top each with 1/2 of the Quest bar pieces and let stand in the microwave for 10 seconds.

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Ham & Egg Cupcakes

Put a slice of ham into a paper cupcake holder in a cupcake tin. Break an egg into the center and bake until the egg is done.

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