These delicious Breakfast Bowls are a hearty breakfast idea that can be reheated in the microwave – they're perfect for meal prep!
Why You'll Love These Bowls
- Meal prep friendly: Breakfast for the week, sorted. Make them ahead of time for an easy grab-and-go meal.
- Make your own: Swap out the veggies, protein and cheese.
Ingredients and substitutions
Potatoes
- Olive oil – use any neutral oil like avocado oil.
- Potatoes – sweet potatoes would also work.
- Bell pepper – swap out for another veggie like mushrooms.
- Red onion – try white or yellow onion for a milder flavour.
- Paprika – cayenne will provide more of a kick.
- Onion powder – use a bit of garlic powder instead.
Sausages
- Maple breakfast sausages – use turkey sausage, pork sausage or even Italian sausage.
Eggs
- Butter – margarine would also work.
- Eggs – use egg whites for a lower-calorie option.
- Cilantro – parsley would also be good.
How to make these bowls
Step 1: Prep your ingredients.
Dice the veggies to save time.
Step 2: Roast the potatoes.
Roast the seasoned veggies and potatoes in the oven.
Step 3: Cook the sausage.
Fry the sausage until cooked through.
Step 4: Slice the sausage.
Let the sausage rest, then slice it up.
Step 5: Cook the eggs.
Scramble the eggs.
Step 6: Assemble your bowls.
Divide everything amongst your bowls, then serve or store for later.
Customizing your breakfast bowl
Try out some of these different variations to customize your bowl:
- Meat: Bacon, turkey bacon or Italian sausage would all be good.
- Eggs: Make them soft boiled, hard boiled or fried.
- Potatoes: Sweet potatoes, hash browns or tater tots would all be yummy.
- Toppings: Add some guacamole, salsa, hot sauce or shredded cheese.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's in a breakfast bowl?
You can add pretty much whatever you want to your bowl. Just make sure you're incorporating some protein and veggies for a healthy and nutritious breakfast.
How far in advance can you prep them?
You can prep your bowls 3-4 days in advance, so you could make them on a Sunday and enjoy them throughout the work week.
Can you make them vegan?
Yes! To make a vegan breakfast bowl, leave out the sausage, and swap out the eggs for tofu scramble.
Serving suggestions
These breakfast bowls are an entire meal on their own. If you're looking for serving ideas, go for something light like:
- Fresh fruit like berries or sliced banana
- A healthy smoothie or fresh juice
- Your favourite iced coffee or cold brew
Storing and reheating
These breakfast bowls are so easy to meal prep:
- To store: Store the bowls in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- To reheat: Microwave for 1-2 mins then dig in.
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Meal prep tools
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- Get a meat thermometer to make sure your breakfast sausage is cooked through.
Easy Make-Ahead Breakfast Bowls
Ingredients
Potatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 potatoes diced
- 1 bell pepper any colour, diced
- 1 small red or yellow onion diced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
Sausages
- Cooking spray
- 12 maple breakfast sausages I used turkey
Eggs
- 2 tsp butter
- 6 eggs
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Cilantro or parsley optional garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 F. Add potatoes, bell pepper and onions to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, then season with paprika, onion powder, salt & pepper. Toss to combine, then roast for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add cooking spray, then sausages. Cook for 8-10 minutes until fully cooked through, then let rest for 5 minutes before slicing up.
- While sausages are cooking, whisk eggs in a large bowl and season with salt and pepper. Heat a medium-sized skillet over medium heat and add butter. Once melted, add eggs and scramble until just set. Immediately remove from heat and distribute among 4 bowls.
- Divide sausages and potatoes among bowls with eggs, then garnish with parsley or cilantro if desired. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
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