Perhaps the most difficult meal for Atkins diet plan followers is breakfast. Plain bacon and eggs will get old fast, and most cereals and breakfast breads are off limits. However, according to Lisa Shea, the BellaOnline low carb editor, there are some nutritious foods that are ideal for the first meal of the day. Some of the ideas include eggs or bacon, but they're presented in ways to prevent diet boredom.
Creative Omelets
Start with a basic omelet recipe. Mix two eggs, salt and pepper to taste. Cook in butter on medium heat in a skillet for approximately 20 seconds. Add ingredients, such as broccoli, peppers, tomatoes, mushrooms and other vegetables. You can also add turkey or ham. Cook until the egg is firm. Sprinkle with cheese. Fold the omelet in half and cook for another minute, until the cheese is melted.
Sliced Salmon and Berries
Salmon is heart-healthy because it is loaded with omega-3 fatty acids. Slather a thin layer of cream cheese on sliced salmon then roll it up. Serve it with a side of fresh blueberries or strawberries for a healthy, Atkins-friendly breakfast.
Yogurt and Berries
Mix 1 cup of plain yogurt with 1/2 cup of fresh berries for a healthy breakfast filled with protein and vitamins. You can use yogurt sweetened with a sugar substitute, if you don't care for plain yogurt.
Cottage Cheese and Melon
Cottage cheese is loaded with protein and calcium. Add 1 cup of sliced cantaloupe or honeydew melon for a breakfast packed with nutritional value. This will also satisfy your desire for sugar, according to Simply Cooking on DiabetesDaily. Although the melon has some carbohydrates, it's not enough to put you over the maximum count for the day.
Breakfast Roll-Up
Start with a low-carbohydrate, whole wheat tortilla. Scoop 1/2 cup of diced meat or a scrambled egg down the center. Add low carbohydrate vegetables and cheese. Roll one side over the center then tightly roll it into a tube that is easily managed with one hand.
Crustless Quiche
Spray the bottom of a pie pan with cooking spray. Line the bottom with any cooked meat. Sprinkle 1 cup of chopped vegetables, such as peppers, tomatoes, broccoli and mushrooms over the meat. Whip six eggs and pour over the meat and vegetables. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese over the top. Bake for approximately 35 minutes in the center of a 350-degree F oven.
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