These healthy breakfast skewers will definitely make your brunch menu delicious and fun!
If you’re looking for impressive healthy brunch recipes, these breakfast skewers are perfect for you! They look amazing on a brunch table and they are super easy to make! They are definitely a delicious way to create a fun brunch meal which has the perfect balance of protein, carbohydrates, and vegetables! They can also be customized any way you want!
To prepare these skewers, all you have to do is thread pieces of fruit, cheese, and cooked breakfast meats onto skewers for a fun and easy-to-eat brunch option. Feel free to customize the skewers with your favorite ingredients such as bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, or different types of cheese but my recipe is given below. This recipe makes for one of the best healthy breakfast ideas for kids and adults alike!
Nutritional Information (per serving – 2 skewers):
Calories: Approximately 200-250 calories per serving
Total Fat: Approximately 10-15g
Carbohydrates: Approximately 15-20g
Protein: Approximately 15-20g
Healthy Breakfast Skewers
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup cubed whole grain bread such as whole wheat or multigrain
- 1 cup diced cooked turkey sausage or lean ham
- 1 cup baby spinach leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or olive oil for greasing the skillet
- Optional toppings:
- avocado slices
- shredded cheese
- salsa
- hot sauce
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients
- Hard boil the eggs by placing them in a pot of water, bringing it to a boil, then reducing the heat and simmering for 9-10 minutes.
- Drain and cool the eggs in cold water, then peel and slice them into halves.
- Meanwhile, thread cherry tomatoes, cubed bread, diced turkey sausage or ham, baby spinach leaves, and egg halves onto skewers in any desired order.
- Season the skewers
- Sprinkle the skewers with salt and pepper to taste, and any other desired seasonings or herbs.
- Cook the skewers
- Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with cooking spray or olive oil.
- Place the skewers on the hot grill pan or skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the ingredients are heated through and slightly charred.
- Serve
- Remove the skewers from the grill pan or skillet and arrange them on a serving platter.
- Serve the skewers warm with optional toppings such as avocado slices, shredded cheese, salsa, or hot sauce on the side.
Notes
Tips If using wooden skewers, remember to soak them in water for about 30 minutes before threading the ingredients onto them to prevent them from burning during cooking. These skewers can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Simply reheat them in the microwave or on the grill before serving.
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