DELICIOUS RAW BREAKFAST IDEAS
When people are transitioning from their regular diet to a more raw food diet they are usually not sure what to have for breakfast. They are used to their cereal, toast and coffee.
I know, because that used to be me also.
I loved my cereal and crispy toast with peanut butter. I didn't eat fruit at all in the morning. It didn't really occur to me to eat fruit. People are always saying how you need a hearty breakfast with protein to get you through the day.
Ok, maybe when we used to farm, work out in the fields, do hard physical labor all day sure - then we need the protein, the starchy carbs, etc to fuel our body. But sitting in an office, in front of a computer for 8 hours! No, we do NOT eat a heavy breakfast when we are going to sit around all day.
What I enjoy for breakfast now is fruit. I usually start with a grapefruit and/or orange. I have that at home and what I bring to work is:
Fruit & Chia Gel CerealApple cut into small pieces
Frozen blueberries (in summer fresh ones)
Frozen raspberries or blackberries (some times)
Chia Gel
Cinnamon (I love cinnamon)
Ground flax (sometimes add this)
I love this breakfast! It is so easy and fast. I just put the ingredients into a glass container with a lid and pack it with my lunch.
If this would not be enough for you then add:Some sprouted oat groats OR
Some sprouted buckwheat groats
Honey or agave
You can even add some soaked nut pieces and coconut flakes
I do not miss the cereals I used to consume now. The cereals above have so much more flavour and nutrients.
I love oat groats because of their dense texture and they add a chewiness that I miss sometimes with just fruit.
O
at Groat Cereal:Bananas
Cut apples or another fruit
Chopped sun-dried figs or even fresh figs (optional)
Coconut Flakes
Soaked walnuts
Oat groats
Cinnamon
Honey
(add some cacao powder for a chocolate flavour - yum)
Buckwheat Porridge:Sprouted buckwheat groats
Almond Butter
Banana
Coconut
Cinnamon
Dates
Add all ingredients to a food processor and pulse. If you want it creamier, add a bit of water and processor longer. The amount of each ingredient does not really matter. Go by taste.
Simple, Fast, Chia Power Breakfast Ideas:
- Grapefruit with chia gel
- Oranges & kiwi with chia gel
- Blueberries, ground flax and chia gel
- Chia gel, cacao powder, raisons (or dates or figs), touch of honey
How to make chia gel: Start with 1 tsp chia seeds and add about 8 tsp of water. Let stand for about 30 minutes. (stir a few times as it sits)
Chia gel does not really have a taste so you can add pretty much anything to it or add it to anything. It is high protein (complete protein) and gives you energy! Super for athletes. I also love it because it is not heavy or too filling.
For those who want something easy that you can bring in your car and drink as you drive - try a green smoothie! Fuel you with nutrition, a great way to start the day if you just don't have time to sit and eat.
Green Smoothie:
1-2 handfuls of Spinach (or other green)
1 Apple
1/2 - 1 Banana (best when frozen and cut up)
1 C Water
1/2 Lemon Juiced
Dash of cinnamon (optional)
This is a basic green smoothie - there are so many varieties. Add any fruit you want to try and all greens are good (but if you are a green smoothie beginner, you may want to stick to simple greens such as spinach, lettuce or a bit of kale).
I hope you enjoy these breakfast ideas. I know there are no exact measurements or amounts in each but please believe me that the amounts don't really matter. Start with a smaller amount and when you find the right combinations, etc, then you can increase the amount you make at one time. Everyone has their own taste.
LIVE HAPPY & HEALTHY!
