A low carb diet
It is important to note that you should not start a new diet — particularly one that restricts a certain group or nutrient — without speaking with your doctor. They will be able to advise you on whether it is appropriate for you to follow a diet.
With that said, if you are looking for low carb breakfast options, here are 15 recipes for you to consider.
How we define low carbohydrate
We define a low carbohydrate meal as a meal with 45 grams or less of carbohydrates per serving. If you’re looking for a low carbohydrate snack, look for a snack with 15 grams or less of carbohydrates per serving.
Meal prep: everyday breakfast
Scrambled eggs are a quick and easy breakfast dish that is also highly customizable. You can add just about anything to them, making them an ideal dish for using up any veggies lingering in your fridge.
Eggs may help you build muscle mass. Eating eggs can increase the feeling of fullness after a meal, which may subsequently reduce your food intake and aid weight loss.
These scrambled egg recipes are suitable for vegetarians. But note that most of these recipes call for dairy products, such as milk and heavy cream, to improve the texture of the eggs, so they are not vegan.
Egg scramble with everything bagel seasoning
Scrambled eggs with goat cheese and dill
Kimchi scrambled eggs
Turmeric scrambled eggs
Fresh salsa scrambled eggs
If you’re looking for a dish that has a little more than just eggs, breakfast bowls are a great option. The recipes here are also high in protein, with over 20 grams (g) per serving.
And if eggs aren’t your thing, there are a few options without them.
Spinach and egg protein bowls
Turmeric sweet potato and egg breakfast bowls
Tomato basil cottage cheese bowl
Turkey, avocado, and egg breakfast skillet
There’s nothing like a good hash, potatoes or otherwise. And yes, you can still have potatoes on a low carb eating plan.
These recipes are also both vegetarian (vegan without the eggs!) and high in fiber, making them a filling breakfast option.
Beet, leek, and sweet potato hash with eggs
Kale, mushroom, and walnut hash
Smoothies are a great on-the-go breakfast and highly customizable. You can add almost any fruit to a smoothie, and extras like protein powder, yogurt, and even coffee can elevate your smoothie to the next level.
The following smoothies are low in carbs, but be aware that many fruits can be high in carbohydrates. Thus, when making your own smoothie, be mindful of what you are adding to it in order to maintain a low carb eating plan.
Creamy cherry yogurt smoothie
Coffee smoothie
Blueberry citrus immunity smoothie
Strawberry cheesecake smoothie
The low carb diet may not be appropriate for everyone. However, if you have been advised by a medical professional to follow one and are unsure where to start, the recipes in this article may be worth considering.