Brunch anyone?
Everyone loves brunch. Festive, but still casual, you can relax and really enjoy the meal. Here are 32 delicious and healthy brunch ideas that both look and taste great. Even better, these recipes are also incredibly easy to make. Whether you're looking for a quiche, frittata, French toast, muffins, eggs, or even yogurt, we've got what you need to impress your guests.
Cardamom-Vanilla Granola
Try this recipe:Â Cardamom-Vanilla Granola
Dig in: Nuts and seeds (use any you want) plus oats and fruit are transformed with fragrant cardamom.
Ingredients: Honey, ground cardamom, extra-virgin olive oil, vanilla extract, kosher salt, uncooked rolled oats, raw almonds, raw cashews, pumpkin seeds, unsweetened flaked coconut, cooking spray, cranberries
Calories: 265
Butternut-Squash Kale Hash
Try this recipe:Â Butternut-Squash Kale Hash
Put an egg on it: When you crave something savory, try superfood veggies topped with a crispy fried egg.
Ingredients: Unsalted butter, sweet onion, garlic, lacinto kale, kosher salt, black pepper, butternut squash, ground nutmeg, grapeseed oil, eggs
Calories: 282
Pumpkin Dutch Baby with Pears
Try this recipe:Â Pumpkin Dutch Baby with Pears
Fall for pumpkin: Take the autumn staple beyond pies by whipping up a "Dutch baby"—a super-easy baked pancake.
Ingredients: Whole milk, all-purpose flour, white whole-wheat flour, eggs, canned pumpkin, coconut sugar, unsalted butter, Bosc pears, walnuts, pumpkin pie spice, orange zest, fresh orange juice, kosher salt
Calories: 348
Cornmeal-Bacon Waffles with Apple Compote
Try this recipe:Â Cornmeal-Bacon Waffles with Apple Compote
Take a break: Bacon-stuffed waffles and warm fruit feel oh-so indulgent—but they're pack with healthy whole grains and fiber.
Ingredients: Buttermilk, olive oil, eggs, yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, white whole-wheat flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, kosher salt, bacon, fresh chives, cooking spray, unsalted butter, red apples, fresh thyme, kosher salt, pure maple syrup, apple cider vinegar
Calories: 465
Cauliflower "Grits" with Tomato-Mushroom Gravy
Try this recipe:Â Cauliflower "Grits" with Tomato-Mushroom Gravy
Add a super sauce: Give your basic grits a nutritional upgrade with a power ingredient: mushrooms.
Ingredients: Cauliflower florets, low-sodium chicken broth, fine yellow cornmeal, Cheddar cheese, grape tomatoes, unsalted butter, cremini mushrooms, kosher salt, black pepper, hot brewed coffee, cornstarch, scallions
Calories: 267
Horseradish Potatoes With Smoked Trout
Try this recipe: Horseradish Potatoes With Smoked Trout
Go fish: It's never too early in the morning to get in your daily dose of disease-fighting omega-3s.
Ingredients: Baby new potatoes, white vinegar, eggs, olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, baby spinach, horseradish, smoked trout, lemon wedges
Calories: 263
Mini Smoked-Salmon Frittatas
Try this recipe: Mini-Smoked Salmon Frittatas
White Peaches and Prosecco
Maple-Cinnamon French Toast
Try this recipe: Maple-Cinnamon French Toast
Granola Yogurt Parfait
Just layer 6 ounces of plain fat-free Greek yogurt with 2/3 cup granola mixed with 1/2 cup puffed wheat cereal, and 1 sliced peach.
If you use plain yogurt instead of a sugary one, you can save up to 70 calories. But it's fine to use the flavored varieties too.
Related video: How to Make Greek Yogurt Fruit Parfait Â
Brie With Apple Slices
Just serve brie with apple slices (Granny Smith or other variety).
Potato-Crusted Spinach Quiche
Try this recipe: Potato-Crusted Spinach Quiche
Braised Kale Frittata
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Almond Ciabatta French toast
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Zucchini Muffins
Make them at the end of summer to use up all of your extra zucchini. You can even make a double batch and save some in the freezer.
Try this recipe: Zucchini Muffins
Quiche With Leeks and Baby Potatoes
Pour egg mixture over top and cook for 4 minutes until set. Place pan under the broiler to finish for 3 to 4 minutes. Makes 3 servings.
Bergamot Sparkler
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Yogurt With Pomegranate Seeds
Zucchini and Rosemary Frittata With Parmesan
And because it's a no-hassle recipe, you can spend time with your friends instead of in the kitchen.
Try this recipe: Zucchini and Rosemary Frittata with Parmesan
Easy French Toast Casserole
This festive, low-fat breakfast dish tastes just as good without Grand Marnier, but testers say the pecans are a must.
Try this recipe: Easy French Toast Casserole
Crunchy Zucchini Rounds With Sun-dried Tomatoes and Goat Cheese
Try this recipe: Crunchy Zucchini Rounds With Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Goat Cheese
Asparagus With Poached Eggs and Parmesan
Watch the video: How to Make Perfect Poached Eggs Â
Try this recipe: Asparagus With Poached Eggs and Parmesan
Mozzarella and Nectarine Skewers With Pesto
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Orange Twister
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Sun-Dried Tomato, Goat Cheese, and Fresh Basil Frittata
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Frittata With Ricotta and Mixed Greens
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Crostini with Spinach, Poached Egg, and Creamy Mustard Sauce
Watch the video: How to Make Perfect Poached Eggs Â
Try this recipe: Crostini with Spinach, Poached Egg, and Creamy Mustard Sauce
Overnight Caramel French toast
This irresistible baked French toast is prepared the night before and goes straight from the fridge to the oven. Try using thick slices of whole-grain bread for a fiber boost.
Try this recipe: Overnight Caramel French Toast
Baked Brie with Cran-Apple Chutney
Throw in some chopped walnuts for added protein and omega-3 fatty acids.
Try this recipe: Baked Brie With Cran-Apple Chutney
Artichoke, Goat Cheese, and Potato Omelet
Try this recipe: Artichoke, Goat Cheese, and Potato Omelet
Campanelle With Summer Vegetables
Try this recipe: Campanelle with Summer Vegetables
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