Description
Brainy Breakfast is a quick, nutritious morning meal packed with protein, fiber, and antioxidants. This easy-to-make dish combines creamy Greek yogurt, fresh fruits, healthy fats from walnuts and flax seeds, and a touch of honey and cinnamon for natural sweetness and flavor. Perfect for a brain-boosting start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (0 or 2%)
- 1 tablespoon honey
Fruit
- 1 small apple, cored and chopped
- 1/2 cup mixed berries
Nuts and Seeds
- 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
- 2 tablespoons flax seeds (ground or whole)
Spices
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place the Greek yogurt, honey, chopped apple, mixed berries, chopped walnuts, flax seeds, and ground cinnamon into a bowl.
- Mix Well: Stir all the ingredients together thoroughly to ensure everything is evenly combined and the flavors meld together.
- Add Toppings (Optional): Add any additional toppings you prefer such as extra nuts, seeds, or a drizzle more of honey before serving for added texture and sweetness.
Notes
- Use ground flax seeds if you want a smoother texture with more easily absorbed omega-3s.
- For a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup and use a plant-based yogurt.
- Can be prepared the night before and stored in the refrigerator for a quick grab-and-go breakfast.
- Add a sprinkle of chia seeds for extra fiber and protein boost.
- Adjust the sweetness according to your taste by varying the amount of honey.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
