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    Vegetables for Breakfast (30+ Recipes)

    July 26, 2017 By Monika Last Updated May 30, 2025 7 Comments

    Eating vegetables for breakfast is easier than you might think. You can incorporate fresh or cooked vegetables into smoothies, juices, egg recipes or muffins for a delicious as well as healthy breakfast.

    This collection includes over 30 easy vegetable breakfast recipes perfect for busy adults and fussy children alike.

    Top down view of 4 images of vegetables for breakfast dishes including scrambled eggs, vegetable juice, vegetable breakfast bowl and pancakes.

    Eating vegetables for breakfast is a great way of ensuring you get your 5-a-day.  Yes, we can eat salads, soups and casseroles for lunch and dinner but that may not always be enough. There are also different groups of vegetables to consider, such as dark green, red, orange or starchy.

    In short we should eat a variety of vegetables every day so it makes perfect sense to start with your first meal of the day.

    What vegetables can be eaten for breakfast

    The short answer is: any. Ultimately, however, this depends on what you want to do with them. If you want a vegetable juice, for example, choose cabbage, carrot or beet, but not avocado.

    To make a vegetable omelette you can use tomatoes, broccoli, spinach, onion or asparagus. Popular vegetables for smoothies include spinach, broccoli, avocado or sweet potato but you can use others too.

    How to eat more vegetables for breakfast

    • Use seasonal vegetables:

    Vegetables are at their best when they are in season. For example enjoy savoury vegetable breakfast in late spring with asparagus scones and egg muffins. You can make scrambled eggs and omelettes with delicious tomatoes throughout summer months. Pumpkin, the quintessential fall vegetable, can be used to make muffins and pancakes.

    • Make sweet breakfast recipes using vegetables:

    Many of us crave sugar in the morning but adding vegetables to sweet breakfasts can make them more nutritious. For example you can make muffins with a variety of veggies including beets, pumpkin, carrot, sweet potato and others.

    Breakfast vegetable smoothies

    Smoothies are a fantastic way of including vegetables in your breakfast routine. They are super quick and easy to make and can use both fruit as well as vegetables. The fruity ones tend to be more popular as they simply taste better.

    But you can sneak veggies into your fruit smoothies and no one will ever know! 

    1.Raspberry Avocado Smoothie.

    Side view of raspberry avocado smoothie in glass with straw with avocado, limes, smoothie in bottle and blender in background.

    This 5-ingredient raspberry avocado smoothie with lime is light, creamy and super refreshing. The smoothie contains lime pulp rather than just the juice and is sweetened with a little maple syrup. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack anytime.

    • Recipe for AVOCADO RASPBERRY SMOOTHIE ←

    Another recipe where I've used avocado with lime you might like is avocado cheesecake pie.

    2. Beet Smoothie with Cherries.

    Side view of beet smoothie in 2 glasses and blender and beetroot in background.

    This delicious 4-ingredient beet smoothie contains raw beets, nutritious, tangy kefir, cherries and prunes for more natural sweetness and creaminess. Enjoy as part of a healthy breakfast or snack anytime.

    • Recipe for BEET SMOOTHIE ←

    3. Sweet Potato Smoothie.

    Sweet potato smoothie in glass with purple straw, lemon, tangerine, mango, smoothie in bottle and blender in background.

    This dairy free sweet potato smoothie is creamy, naturally sweet and citrussy, perfect for breakfast and beyond!

    Sweet potato makes a great pairing with mango and I've also used it to make this delicious mousse. It's not too sweet and you could also have it for breakfast!

    • Recipe for SWEET POTATO SMOOTHIE ←

    4. Spinach Berry Smoothies.

    Side view of spinach berry smoothie in 2 glasses with fruit in background.

    These spinach berry smoothie recipes are naturally sweetened with fruit and can be enjoyed with or without dairy. Both are refreshing, delicious and made with a handful of ingredients. Perfect if you are trying to eat more veg for breakfast!

    • Recipe for SPINACH SMOOTHIES ←

    5. Broccoli Smoothies (with Berry and Melon).

    Side view of purple and green smoothies in 2 glasses with purple straws, with lemons, broccoli and smoothie in bottle in background.

    These broccoli smoothie recipes are not only nutritious but also quite delicious. One contains pear and melon, which contribute sweetness creating a light and refreshing smoothie. The other recipe is packed full of delicious berries, which together with a handful of prunes create a rich and creamy smoothie.

    • Recipe for BROCCOLI SMOOTHIES ←

    Muffins with vegetables

    Muffins can be made with a huge range of ingredients, which can absolutely include vegetables (and still be sweet!). 

    6. Avocado Double Chocolate Muffins.

    Top down view of 6 avocado chocolate muffins with chocolate glaze on parchment.

    These avocado chocolate muffins are light, fluffy, made with nutritious avocado, cocoa powder and chocolate chips for an extra chocolatey finish. They are easy to make, not overly sweet, perfect for breakfast or as a satisfying snack.

    • Recipe for AVOCADO MUFFINS ←

    7. Carrot Date Muffins.

    Side view of healthy carrot muffins in red liners on top of cooling rack.

    These healthy carrot date muffins are naturally sweetened by a combination of dates and apple juice. They are moist, fluffy and delicious, perfect as a healthy breakfast or snack both children and adults will love. Ready in just over 30 minutes!

    • Recipe for CARROT MUFFINS ←

    8. Beet Chocolate Muffins.

    Side view of halved chocolate muffin on top of small white plate, with more muffins behind and inside ceramic muffin pan, with knife, in background.

    Beet chocolate muffins make a delicious breakfast or healthy snack. They are moist, full of fibre and veggie goodness, low in sugar and super easy to make.

    • Recipe for BEET MUFFINS ←

    9. Sweet Potato Chocolate Muffins.

    Top down view of chocolate sweet potato muffins on rack.

    These sweet potato muffins with chocolate chips are a delicious way to enjoy more vegetables for breakfast. Made with raw sweet potato (for added moisture), a moderate amount of sugar and lots of nutritious cocoa.

    I paired sweet potato and chocolate in this healthy pudding recipe, which you might also like!

    • Recipe for SWEET POTATO MUFFINS ←

    10. Pumpkin Chocolate Muffins

    Side view of pumpkin chocolate muffins in yellow liners.

    These pumpkin chocolate muffins with a hint of spice are a delicious autumnal treat. Full of flavour and veggie goodness these muffins are made using buttermilk as well as cacao and chocolate chips for an extra chocolatey finish. Light and fluffy, ready in just over 30 minutes!

    • Recipe for CHOCOLATE PUMPKIN MUFFINS ←

    Savoury vegetable muffins

    11. Cauliflower Muffins.

    Side view of cauliflower muffins on top of baking paper.

    These savoury, fluffy cauliflower muffins are made using cauliflower rice, a moderate amount of cheese, nutritious kefir and fresh chives. They make a delicious snack, lunchbox idea or savoury veggie breakfast.

    • Recipe for CAULIFLOWER MUFFINS ←

    12. Savoury Cornmeal Muffins with Sweet Corn.

    Top down view of cornmeal muffins in yellow cases on top of parchment.

    These savoury Cornmeal Muffins are made with sweetcorn and cheese for extra flavour and texture. Light and fluffy they make a delicious accompaniment to morning eggs, soups and stews. Ready in just over 30 minutes!
    • Recipe for CORNMEAL MUFFINS ←

    Egg recipes with vegetables

    13. Easy Sweet Potato Egg Muffins.

    Top down view of sweet potato egg muffins on rack.

    These sweet potato egg muffins feature raw shredded sweet potato in an egg batter with cheese and onion. Packed full of flavour and goodness they are a delicious, easy make-ahead breakfast or satisfying snack. Preparation takes minutes!

    • Recipe for SWEET POTATO EGG MUFFINS ←

    14. Asparagus Egg Muffins.

    Top down view of 12 asparagus egg muffins on top of rack.

    These asparagus egg muffins are light and fluffy, packed full of protein, vegetables and great flavour. Made with fresh asparagus, cheese and sun-dried tomatoes for more depth of flavour these muffins are perfect as a healthy breakfast on-the-go or snack anytime.

    • Recipe for ASPARAGUS EGG MUFFINS ←

    15. Fluffy Spinach Egg Muffins.

    Close-up view of hands holding opened egg spinach cup with more muffins in background.

    These spinach egg muffins are made using lots of fresh spinach accompanied by tangy feta and intensely savoury cheddar for a tasty, nutritious breakfast or snack. They are moist but also light and fluffy, simple to make and delicious the next day, too!

    • Recipe for SPINACH EGG MUFFINS ←

    16. Scrambled Eggs with Tomatoes Polish-Style.

    Top down view of scrambled eggs with tomatoes and bread in pan.

    Polish-style scrambled eggs with tomatoes are made using fresh tomatoes and served with chives. They are moist and fluffy, made using a handful of ingredients and easy to cook.

    • Recipe for TOMATO SCRAMBLED EGGS ←

    4. Crepes and pancakes with vegetables

    If you enjoy savoury breakfasts, such as eggs or sausages, they can be served with fried mushrooms or tomatoes (i.e. English breakfast).  So that's easy.  But there are other ways of adding vegetables to a savoury breakfast.

    17. Crepes with Spinach and Cheese Filling.

    Crepes with spinach filling on light wooden board with white dish with spinach mixture and spoon in background.

    These crepes with spinach and cheese filling are a delicious vegetarian brunch idea, easy to make and full of goodness.  Prepare the filling in advance and enjoy these crepes pancakes either hot or cold. The post includes tips for making great crepes!

    • Recipe for SPINACH CREPES ←

    18. Polish Crepes with Mushrooms (Krokiety).

    Side view of fried mushroom krokiety on top of plate.

    Polish style crepes with mushrooms are breaded and shallow fried so they are crispy on the outside and deliciously soft on the inside. This recipe is made using pantry staples and comes together in under 30 minutes!

    • Recipe for POLISH MUSHROOM KROKIETY ←

    19. Healthy Fluffy Pumpkin Pancakes.

    Top down view of lightly browned healthy pumpkin pancakes with knobs of butter and syrup on plate.

    Lightly spiced healthy pumpkin pancakes are made using whole wheat flour, pumpkin puree and buttermilk for an extra fluffy consistency. Full of flavour, colour and goodness they make a delicious autumnal breakfast or brunch. Ready in minutes!

    • Recipe for PUMPKIN PANCAKES ←

    Vegetable juice for breakfast

    Juicing is a fantastic way of adding more vegetables to your diet.  It's vegan, gluten free so everyone can enjoy it. For me the best flavour combinations involve combining vegetables with fruit for added natural sweetness. 

    20. Beetroot and Carrot Juice 3 Ways.

    3 glasses of dark beetroot juice with fresh vegetables and fruits in background.

    Combine carrots and beets with other vegetables as well as fruit and create tasty flavour combinations that are packed full of goodness. There is more than one way to enjoy carrot and beetroot juice!

    • Recipe for BEET CARROT JUICE 3 WAYS ←

    21. Red Cabbage Juice 3 Ways.

    Side view of cabbage juice in 3 separate tall glasses with red cabbage, carrots, beet, and other raw vegetables and fruits in background on top of wooden board with spoon to the right.

    When it comes to juicing red cabbage is quite versatile and can be combined with a range of ingredients for a delicious and nutritious beverage.

    • Recipe for RED CABBAGE JUICE ←

    22. Cabbage Juice 3 Ways.

    Cabbage juice in three glasses, green, red and orange, with fruit and vegetables in background on slate surface.

    Making your own cabbage juice is a great way to include more vegetables in your diet, especially those we don't eat enough of. This post includes 3 delicious, simple flavour combinations you can make using everyday ingredients.

    • Recipe for CABBAGE JUICE ←

    Vegetable scones

    Scones are typically made using 'sweet' ingredients, such as dried fruit.  But semi-sweet or savoury scones are just as delicious!

    23. Carrot Scones.

    Side view of 5 carrot scones on top of rack.

    These nutritious carrot scones with walnuts are made with yogurt and a moderate amount of sugar. They are crispy on the outside, light and fluffy on the inside, and perfect to pair with either sweet or savoury ingredients.

    • Recipe for CARROT SCONES ←

    24. Cauliflower Cheese Scones.

    Side view of cauliflower scones on top of parchment.

    These savoury, easy cheese scones with cauliflower rice make a delicious breakfast idea or healthy snack you can pop in your picnic basket or your child's lunchbox. These simple, nutritious scones are ready from start to finish in under 30 minutes!

    • Recipe for CAULIFLOWER SCONES ←

    Vegetables on toast

    You can enjoy your morning toast with butter or jam but you can also have it with a vegetable, such as avocado! 

    25. Avocado Ricotta Cheese on Toast.

    Top down view of 2 avocado ricotta toasts with chopped vegetables.

    This avocado ricotta toast features creamy, mellow avocado and ricotta topped with a zesty mixture of crunchy vegetables and refreshing herbs for a delicious, satisfying and healthy savoury breakfast. Enjoy with your favourite bread!

    • Recipe for AVOCADO RICOTTA TOAST ←

    26. Cottage Cheese and Avocado Toast

    Top down view of cottage cheese avocado toasts with cherry tomatoes.

    This cottage cheese avocado toast is wholesome, delicious and simple to make using a handful of ingredients. It’s low in fat, high in protein, perfect for breakfast, lunch or as a satisfying snack. The post includes tips and variations to help you create your perfect avocado cottage cheese toast.

    • Recipe for COTTAGE CHEESE AVOCADO TOAST ←

    Quick bread with vegetables

    Similarly to scones and muffins making a no-yeast bread with vegetables is another effective and easy way of getting your family to eat more veggies for breakfast. 

    27. Fresh Spinach Bread with Buttermilk.

    Side view of spinach bread with slice behind on top of parchment.

    This no-yeast, no-knead spinach bread is made using fresh spinach, buttermilk for a light, fluffy texture and a moderate amount of cheese for a savoury finish. Perfect for breakfast/brunch, with soup/stew or as a snack.

    • Recipe for SPINACH BREAD ←

    28. Beetroot Bread with Walnuts.

    Side view of beetroot bread on top of parchment and cup of coffee in background.

    This quick and easy beetroot bread with walnuts is nutritious, dairy free, and can be enjoyed for breakfast/brunch as well as a healthy snack.  It is made without yeast so doesn't require kneading. It's also pretty uncomplicated and you don't need to be an experienced baker to produce a gorgeous loaf!

    • Recipe for BEET BREAD ←

    29. Sun Dried Tomato Soda Bread.

    Baked sun dried tomato loaf on top of parchment.

    This no-yeast sun dried tomato bread recipe is filled with delicious savoury flavours. Soft on the inside with a lovely crust this quick and easy to make bread comes together in just over 40 minutes.
    • Recipe for SUN DRIED TOMATO SODA BREAD ←

    Other breakfast vegetable recipes you might like

    30. Healthy Easy Baked Beans.

    Side view of toast with baked beans and knife on white plate with beans in skillet in background.

    These low-sugar healthy baked beans use a handful of pantry ingredients and are ready in under 10 minutes! Homemade baked beans taste just like store bought but contain less sugar and are cheaper.  There is every reason why you should make your own.
    • Recipe for BAKED BEANS ←

    31. Sweet Potato Overnight Oats.

    Side view of sweet potato overnight oats with pecans and spoon in white bowl on top of dark table with cinnamon sticks and pecans scattered about.

    These Sweet Potato Overnight Oats are rich,  creamy, full of  veggie goodness, and come with a delicious sweet and crunchy topping of toasted pecans coated in maple syrup - make it dairy free by using a non-dairy milk!
    • Recipe for SWEET POTATO OVERNIGHT OATS ←

    32. Quinoa Egg Salad Wrap.

    Side view of halved egg salad wrap on top of wooden board with parsley leaves and blue cup in background.

    This quinoa egg salad wrap recipe is made using refreshing scallions and parsley. It contains beans as well as chia seeds for an extra protein boost to kick start your day. If you prepare the ingredients ahead the recipe takes minutes to put together.
    • Recipe for QUINOA EGG WRAPS ←

    33. Quinoa Spinach Breakfast Bowl.

    Side view of quinoa breakfast bowl with spinach, sliced avocado, egg, baby tomatoes and fork, with tomatoes, skillet and green cloth with knife in background.

    This savoury quinoa breakfast bowl is naturally gluten free and packed full of nutritious and energy boosting ingredients. With a little preparation it comes together in only about 5 minutes.
    • Recipe for QUINOA SPINACH BREAKFAST ←

    See also these other easy, delicious breakfast recipes!

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    If you love veggies for breakfast and have made any of these recipes I'd love to know how they turned out for you. What are your favourite vegetable breakfast dishes? Let me know in the comments below, thanks:)

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    1. Kate - gluten free alchemist says

      August 10, 2017 at 6:46 pm

      There are some great breakfast ideas here. Always good to find ways to sneak some extra veggies in! x

      Reply
      • Monika says

        August 11, 2017 at 3:52 pm

        Thank you! Glad you agree:)

        Reply
    2. Monika says

      July 29, 2017 at 12:39 pm

      Thank you Tracey:)

      Reply
    3. All That I'm Eating says

      July 27, 2017 at 11:57 am

      This is a great post! If you can get a vegetable or two eaten with breakfast you're always on a good start to the day.

      Reply
      • Monika says

        July 29, 2017 at 12:38 pm

        Thank you! Couldn't agree more:)

        Reply
    4. lathiya says

      July 26, 2017 at 8:17 pm

      Lovely collection, loved those carrot muffins!

      Reply
      • Monika says

        July 29, 2017 at 12:39 pm

        Thank you Lathiya:)

        Reply

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