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If there’s one thing most people know about the paleo diet, it’s that you can eat bacon on it. And while that is indeed true, it doesn’t necessarily mean that you have breakfast covered.
There can (and should) be more to a paleo plate than slabs of cured meat. After all, the goal of the paleo diet is to achieve better overall health by eating the way our caveman ancestors did, which means noshing on things like eggs, vegetables, nuts and seeds, and meat (Nix the grains, beans, soy, dairy, and processed foods). Basically, you’re going to need to put that bacon on the side of something else to really get in line with the health-driven purpose of paleo.
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Meatball frittata
One night’s zoodles and meatballs can become the next morning’s breakfast with The Castaway Kitchen’s creative (and delicious) take on leftovers. Layer up zucchini noodles, eggs, and meatballs in a cast-iron skillet, bake, and then flip it over. Voila. You’ve got a protein-packed breakfast (and a cleaned-out fridge). For extra flavor, top it with paleo-friendly pesto.
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Paleo blueberry muffins
Those blueberry muffins at your go-to coffee shop have nothing on this healthier version made of almond flour from Wholesome Yum. And believe it or not, they’re almost as easy and convenient, too—while many paleo baking hacks require you to blend together more “alternative” flours and ingredients than you’d care to even know about, this recipe has less than 10 ingredients total. (Bonus: They’re also low-carb).
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Get Expert Advice Health Starts In The Kitchen is that you can make a big batch, then toss them in your freezer for a hearty breakfast on the go. Start with paleo-friendly tortillas and load them up with scrambled eggs, breakfast sausage, and plenty of onions and peppers for a boost of color and nutrients. Your future self will thank you.
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Paleo strawberry breakfast cookies
Cookies for breakfast don’t feel so shameful when you can actually see the fruit in them. Plus, if you feel like you need to cool it on the egg recipes (a common plight of paleo eaters), these cookies from Two ingredient banana egg pancakes don’t use any in the recipe—instead, you’ll use “chia eggs,” which lend a little extra fiber to the recipe. Fair warning, though—you’ll want these for breakfast and dessert.
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If you’re all about that Sunday meal prep life (or if you just need a compelling reason to start doing it), these paleo breakfast bowls are where it’s at. Made with hard-boiled eggs, chorizo, sweet potato, and spinach, this creation from The Bettered Blondie Half Marathon Training.
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Calling all pancake lovers: Get ready to make these ones from Tips to Conquer Whole Foods on repeat, especially when you discover that they take less than 10 minutes to whip up. A banana and eggs are only ingredients, and they each bring nutritious benefits to the table (literally). Bananas are a great source of potassium, while eggs pack a punch of protein. The best news of all? Maple syrup is considered paleo, so pour away.
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Paleo red flannel hash
Throw last night’s pot roast into the skillet for this hearty breakfast hash. According to recipe creator Tasty Ever After, this classic dish gets its “red flannel” name from the vibrant beets in the mix. They add not only color, but also a superfood-level dose of antioxidants. Toss in whatever other veggies you have on hand to round out the recipe.
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Healthy breakfast pizza
Pizza for breakfast? Don’t mind if you do. Keep it simple with a pre-made paleo pizza crust, then go nuts with whatever toppings you’re feeling. This version from The Big Man’s World suggests an egg, pesto, and tomato combo, but he also offers up a barbecue pizza version, if that’s more your speed. Keep this recipe on hand for breakfast or dinner—or both.
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If you like your mornings to start off with a little kick, this recipe from Tasteaholics should do it. It gets its oomph from cayenne pepper and Sriracha salt, but feel free to douse it in regular Sriracha if you see fit, too. The shrimp are not only a perfect complement to the spice, but they’re an excellent source of lean, low-calorie protein, too.
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Matcha breakfast bowl
This recipe from Gnom-Gnom is prepped the night before to give the fiber-filled chia seeds a chance to plump up, so it’s ideal for mornings when you know you’ll be in a rush (or, if you just anticipate that you’ll want to put in zero effort the next morning). The matcha (or green tea powder) also delivers a dose of caffeine, in case your coffee needs a little extra help.
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Breakfast sandwiches
This little breakfast sandwich from This recipe from could almost be considered a breakfast slider. White sweet potato slices are used in place of traditional buns, and bacon, avocado, and homemade beef patties are sandwiched in between. Hold them together with a toothpick to make them on-the-go.
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Any breakfast dish that gets baked in the oven is automatically easier, and this breakfast casserole from Calling all pancake lovers: Get ready to make these ones from is no exception. Plus, you can make it ahead of time and heat up individual slices all week long. The chicken is also a nice change of pace if you’re getting tired of the whole sausage-and-bacon routine in your paleo diet.
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Pesto cauliflower rice breakfast bowls
The glorious thing about cauliflower rice isn’t just that it’s full of filling fiber—it’s also one of the most versatile cooking staples around, whether you’re paleo or not. This grain-free breakfast bowl from A Saucy Kitchen puts it to good use by topping it with spinach, avocado, eggs, and pesto, but you can use the recipe as a template to use up whatever you have on hand.
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Paleo tacos
Yes, paleo breakfast tacos are a thing, and they’re here to beside you from the sad taco-free life you thought you had to live while eating paleo (because taco bowls don’t always scratch that same itch). Using almond flour tortillas, these breakfast tacos from Ancestral Nutrition are made with eggs plus all your usual favorite toppings (or at least versions of them)—avocado, pico de gallo, cashew sour cream, and more avocado.
Alexa Tucker
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