10+ Nutritious On The Go Breakfast Ideas
by Tracy Shaw
Discover quick and healthy blueberry breakfast ideas perfect for busy mornings! From smoothies to muffins, these recipes are nutritious, delicious, and easy on the go breakfast ideas. The 2024 Back To School Campaign has raised $12,000 for the Foundation For Fresh Produce to support children’s accessibility to fresh fruits and vegetables thanks to our amazing partners, like Consalo Family Farms.
Breakfast may be the most important meal of the day, but that doesn’t always mean that you have time to sit down at the table and enjoy it! Especially with school starting back, it’s more important than ever that every member of the family has a delicious breakfast to start their day off right even if they need to eat it on the go!
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A breakfast loaded with blueberries is a delicious and healthy way to start your day! Did you know that blueberries are known as a superfood?
Health Benefits of Blueberries
These blue beauties have a high concentration of nutrients and antioxidants. They are high in fiber, low in calories, and high in vitamin C, potassium, and vitamin K! Plus, blueberries can improve heart and brain health, lower your risk of cancer, and improve insulin sensitivity which lowers your risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Blueberries are an excellent snack on their own, and they can also be used in many different recipes. And since we are chatting about how to make breakfast time easier for parents and kids during those busy school mornings, I have some on the go breakfast ideas loaded with those beautifully delicious little blue superfood berries that you are going to love!
Registered Dietitian Qula Madkin says that blueberries are a great addition to your daily routine during back to school or any time of the year. Blueberries are small but mighty and loaded with nutrients that offer many benefits. Blueberries support brain health, may reduce blood pressure, aid muscle recovery after exercise, and more.
Nutritious On The Go Breakfast Ideas
Blueberry Avocado Smoothie
The whole family will love this delicious smoothie with avocado, blueberries, spinach, flax seed, and milk. You can make them in less than five minutes and these blueberry avocado smoothies are perfect for taking with you on the go.
You can make morning smoothie prep even easier by pre-packing your fruits into smoothie packs in the freezer. Then all you need to do is toss them in the blender with some yogurt and breakfast is ready to go! Do you love smoothies but feel unsure about how to make them without a specific recipe? This build your own smoothie printable can help!
Mixed Berry Whole Wheat Muffins
Muffins are a great option for when you need breakfast on the go! These mixed berry whole wheat muffins are easy to make, and all you need are a few basic kitchen ingredients and some fresh strawberries and blueberries. You might want to make a double batch of these healthy and delicious muffins though so you have plenty for breakfasts and snacking. They would be great addition in a school lunch box too!
Lemon Blueberry Parfait
Not only is this blueberry lemon parfait beautiful, but it is a tasty and quick breakfast option for those busy back to school mornings. With fresh blueberries, tangy lemon curd, and homemade blueberry sauce, it’s a delicious way to start your day. The whipped cream adds a creamy texture (for a lighter option, substitute low fat greek yogurt). You can prep these parfaits the night before and have a grab-and-go breakfast ready in the fridge. Perfect for moms who want something easy and yummy for the family!
Blueberry Cobbler Overnight Oats
If you want a hands-off make-ahead breakfast that you can just walk out of the door with, these blueberry cobbler overnight oats are for you! Greek yogurt, chia seeds, blueberries, granola, maple syrup, and milk are all that you need to make this yummy breakfast.
Mix everything except for the granola and berries in a bowl or Mason jar, and in the morning all you need to do is throw some blueberries and granola on top! Easy peasy, and delicious! This will keep for several days in the fridge so you don’t have to make it a single batch at a time.
Baked Oatmeal with Blueberries
This baked oatmeal with blueberries is a simple and delicious option for when you need a breakfast option that you can grab and go. Make it the night before and you can even have it pre-cut and packaged for the family to grab.
Oatmeal is heart healthy and full of fiber, and you can make it even better for you with the addition of fresh blueberries. You can keep this baked oatmeal fresh in the fridge for up to five days to serve for breakfast all week long, or freeze it for busy mornings and pull it out when you need it.
Oatmeal with Fresh Blueberries
This easy oatmeal recipe is perfect for busy back-to-school mornings, there’s just something comforting about oatmeal! Whole grain oats cooked in milk provide a hearty base, while fresh blueberries, banana slices, and apple matchsticks add a burst of flavor and nutrition. Add extra nutrients by topping with Greek yogurt, walnuts, and a drizzle of raw honey. Simply prepare it the night before, store it in a portable container, and enjoy it on-the-go. Garnish with fresh mint for a refreshing touch if you are feeling fancy before heading out the door!
Yogurt and Blueberries
The key to breakfast on the go is being able to keep it simple, like yogurt with blueberries. All you need are your favorite single serving yogurt cup, and some fresh blueberries. Put a handful of blueberries and even a little granola if you like some crunch on top of your yogurt and breakfast is ready!
Banana Blueberry Mango Smoothie
When you need a meal that is easy to travel with, smoothies are a great solution. These banana blueberry mango smoothies taste amazing and they are so good for you too. Bananas have a sweet flavor and help you stay alert, mangoes also have a sweet juicy flavor and help with digestion, and you already know that blueberries are full of nutritious properties! Add those to some fresh spinach for iron and vitamin A, and some yogurt for calcium and you have a healthy and delicious smoothie to start your day.
Easy Homemade Blueberry Muffins
Muffins are a wonderful grab and go breakfast food, especially when you find a recipe for them that is healthier than those boxed mixes you find at the store. These homemade blueberry muffins are so easy that you can even let the kids make them! You probably already know that kids tend to eat healthier when they get to have a hand in making the meal!
All you need are a few kitchen staples and some fresh blueberries and you will be enjoying a fresh homemade blueberry muffin in no time. You might consider making a double batch so that you have plenty on hand for snacking and breakfasts to go! Or to freeze!
Blueberry Baby Dutch Pancake
This Dutch baby pancake is a perfect breakfast treat, it may look fancy, but it’s surprisingly easy to make. Just blend the ingredients, pour the batter into a hot skillet, and bake until golden brown and perfectly puffed. You can even prepare it the night before and reheat it in the morning for a quick, stress-free breakfast, let the whole family grab a slice and pop it in the microwave for 30 seconds before running out the door. Top with a sprinkle of fresh blueberries and a sprig of mint for a touch of freshness.
Oh, and don’t forget that the easiest On The Go breakfast of them all is just grabbing a container of Consalo Family Family blueberries and eating them right out of the container!
With these delicious grab and go breakfast ideas there is no excuse for anyone in your household to be skipping out on breakfast. Help everyone to start their day out the best way possible with a healthy breakfast no matter how quickly you need to head out of the door.
Additional ideas for a grab and go breakfast can be found here. You can also find some more make ahead breakfast ideas here that are perfect for busy back to school mornings when everyone in the house is scrambling.
You may have seen on LinkedIn that in April, our Social Media Manager, Rebecca, had the pleasure of spending a morning at Consalo Family Farms for the momentous 40th anniversary celebration of Jersey Fresh!
This incredible event showcased the dedication of New Jersey farmers who harvest the delicious and bountiful produce that makes the Garden State thrive.
While at the Jersey Fresh Kick Off, Rebecca had the opportunity to talk with Chelsea Consalo who was honored to be hosting the event. Her family’s passion for the industry and helping the community was contagious.
Our day at the farm gave us firsthand insight into where our food comes from, underscoring the importance of shopping from local farms. It’s not just about enjoying fresh, tasty produce—it’s about making a positive impact on our communities and environment, too.
What is one of your favorite blueberry breakfast ideas?
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