10 High-Fiber Breakfast Recipes for Weight Loss

Few nutrients have as many attractive perks as fiber — and while it’s not hard to come by, few Americans are getting enough.
To be exact, just 5 percent consume enough fiber, per an article in the American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine. The Institute of Medicine recommends women get 25 grams (g) and men 38 g per day. You can find fiber in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, lentils, nuts, and seeds, according to Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
Fiber eases through your body, slowing digestion and creating feelings of fullness in your gut. This naturally leads you to eat less and prevents overeating. What’s more, high-fiber fruits and veggies are naturally low in calories, which may contribute to weight loss. One study found that people who consumed more fiber lost more weight when following a calorie-restricted diet compared with those who consumed less.
Because the human body doesn’t digest fiber, fiber doesn’t enter the bloodstream. As a result, it doesn’t cause spikes or falls in blood sugar, per the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Furthermore, fiber works to bind to bad cholesterol and remove it from the body, helping to lower high lipid values, per Cleveland Clinic. Eating a high-fiber diet might boost your mood and reduce depression rates, per research.
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One smart way to ramp up your intake: with breakfast. Eating breakfast regularly and consuming at least 25 g of fiber daily promotes longevity and well-being, according to one article.
Stuck on how to get your fix? Look no further: Each of these delicious and high-fiber recipes packs at least 5 g of fiber.

Breakfast Apple Crisp
Don’t let its typical dessert designation dissuade you — apple crisp has all the components of a hearty, healthy breakfast: fruit, nuts, and whole grains. Almonds add some filling protein, per USDA data, and, along with the apples and oats, form a fiber trifecta in this one-pan recipe.
PREP TIME
10 minCOOK TIME
30 minTOTAL TIME
40 minIngredients
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with ½ tbsp olive oil.
Add apples, cinnamon, and ginger to a mixing bowl and gently stir until evenly coated. Spread apple mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, reserving the mixing bowl.
To the reserved mixing bowl, add oats, almonds, cranberries, maple syrup, and remaining 1½ tbsp of olive oil. Toss to evenly combine. Pour oat mixture evenly over apples.
Cover baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove cover and bake until oats are lightly browned, about 10 to 20 minutes more. Serve warm or at room temperature with a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
calories
227total fat
9gsaturated fat
0.9gprotein
4gcarbohydrates
35gfiber
5.7gsugar
14.5gadded sugar
5.4gsodium
1mgTAGS:
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Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Pancakes
These chocolate chip peanut butter pancakes sound (and taste) decadent, but they are surprisingly nutritious, filling, and naturally gluten-free. That’s because they use oat flour, which you can make yourself. Each serving of pancakes will net you more than 7 g of fiber — not a bad way to help you fulfill your daily requirement of this essential nutrient.
PREP TIME
10 minCOOK TIME
20 minTOTAL TIME
30 minIngredients
Directions
Preheat a griddle or large skillet over medium-low heat. Place oats in a blender or food processor and blend until it becomes a fine flour. Add bananas, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, peanut butter, baking powder, and salt and blend until completely smooth, about 30 seconds to 1 minute. Gently fold in chocolate chips (or reserve them to be served on top of the pancakes).
Lightly oil the cooking surface and scoop ¼ cup of batter onto it, being sure to leave space between each. Cook until bubbles form, about 1 to 2 minutes. Flip pancakes and cook 1 to 2 minutes more. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
Serving size2 pancakes
calories
360total fat
14gsaturated fat
3.8gprotein
12gcarbohydrates
48gfiber
7.2gsugar
12.3gadded sugar
8.1gsodium
142mgTAGS:
Eggs, Soy, Peanuts, Gluten-free, Peanuts, Vegetarian, High-Fiber, Family-Friendly, BreakfastRate recipe
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Breakfast Bean Burrito
Adding veggies to your morning breakfast burrito is a great way to get you closer to meeting your veggie and fiber goals for the day. In this recipe, three different veggies are folded in for ease and portability. Opt for a tortilla made with whole wheat, sprouted grains, or even beans for fiber. To make this burrito vegan, substitute eggs with shredded cooked tofu and swap regular shredded cheese for a plant-based cheese alternative.
PREP TIME
5 minCOOK TIME
12 minTOTAL TIME
17 minIngredients
Directions
Place a cast-iron skillet (or large skillet) over medium to high heat. Add oil and onion, cook for 5 minutes, until lightly sauteed. Add orange, red bell pepper, and tomato, cook until tender, about 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in black beans. Transfer to a serving plate.
Wipe down the skillet, spray with cooking spray, and pour eggs into the pan. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until eggs are set, about 3 to 5 minutes.
Evenly divide bean-veggie mixture and eggs amongst 6 tortillas and top each with 2 tbsp cheese. Fold tortilla over the mixture, fold in the side and roll until completely closed.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
Serving size1 burrito
calories
344total fat
15gsaturated fat
5.3gprotein
20gcarbohydrates
34gfiber
4.2gsugar
3.6gadded sugar
0gsodium
551mgRate recipe
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Berry and Chia Overnight Oats
In this “set it and forget it” breakfast option, a mashed banana adds natural sweetness. Fresh berries are a great source of antioxidants, past research has shown, but frozen berries pack just as much nutritional value as fresh (and sometimes more)!
PREP TIME
5 minTOTAL TIME
4 hr 5 minIngredients
Directions
Combine milk, yogurt, oats, chia seeds, and banana in a mixing bowl and stir together well.
Divide oat mixture into 2 jars with lids. Top each with half the blueberries, strawberries, and walnuts.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
calories
520total fat
17gsaturated fat
1.5gprotein
20gcarbohydrates
78gfiber
14gsugar
20gadded sugar
0gsodium
60mgTAGS:
Dairy, Tree Nuts, Anti-Inflammatory, Breakfast, Cholesterol-Conscious, Heart-Healthy, Gluten-free, High-Fiber, Low-Sodium, Mediterranean, VegetarianRate recipe
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Beet and Berry Smoothie Bowl
Beets can give your smoothies an appealing bright red color and filling fiber. In this frozen bowl, chia seeds add protein and healthy omega-3 fats to make this an extra-satisfying breakfast or post-workout snack. Pro tip: Use frozen fruit. Not only will it save you some money on your grocery bill, but frozen fruit is typically picked at peak freshness so it retains more flavor and nutrients, according to Consumer Reports.
PREP TIME
10 minTOTAL TIME
10 minIngredients
Directions
Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth but still thick, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Pour into a bowl. Sprinkle with blueberries, pomegranate arils and coconut flakes, if using.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
calories
275total fat
5gsaturated fat
0.7gprotein
19gcarbohydrates
41gfiber
8.7gsugar
24gadded sugar
0gsodium
115mgTAGS:
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Homemade Granola
Granola is a versatile treat that can be enjoyed as a breakfast, dessert, or snack. While store-bought granola is often packed with added sugar and dried fruit, according to data from the USDA, making it at home allows you to control what goes into the recipe. In this granola, you’ll skip dried fruit and use only a small amount of honey to sweeten the mixture in order to keep added sugars to a minimum. Granola contains heart-healthy seeds and nuts (per Mayo Clinic), but even though they’re rich in healthy fats, the calories can add up quickly, so a little granola goes a long way.
PREP TIME
10 minCOOK TIME
20 minTOTAL TIME
30 minIngredients
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, place all of the ingredients. Toss until all of the ingredients are evenly coated.
Spread the oat mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven until the mixture is nicely browned, about 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through and being careful not to overcook. Serve with milk or over a scoop of lowfat yogurt.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
Serving size⅓ cup
calories
278total fat
18gsaturated fat
1.9gprotein
8gcarbohydrates
24gfiber
5.2gsugar
4.2gadded sugar
3.9gsodium
48mgTAGS:
Tree Nuts, Peanuts, Heart-Healthy, Mediterranean, Vegetarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Anti-Inflammatory, Family-Friendly, Breakfast, Dessert, SnackRate recipe
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Crunchy Banana Sunflower Toast
Magnesium takes part in more than 300 chemical reactions in your body, according to the National Institutes of Health. So it shouldn’t come as a big surprise that it promotes emotional well-being. A study published in the British Journal of Nutrition found that women who consumed the most magnesium-rich foods were 39 percent less likely to experience anxiety than those with the poorest magnesium intake. If you’d like to add more of this relaxing mineral to your diet, sunflower seeds can help. One cup provides 455 milligrams (mg), according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, more than the Food and Drug Administration’s recommended daily value of 420 mg.
PREP TIME
2 minCOOK TIME
3 minTOTAL TIME
5 minIngredients
Directions
Spread sunflower seed butter over toast.
Top with sliced banana and sunflower seeds.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
calories
313total fat
13gsaturated fat
1gprotein
9gcarbohydrates
46gfiber
6gsugar
17gadded sugar
1gsodium
190mgTAGS:
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Multigrain Buttermilk Waffle
Traditional waffle recipes lack fiber and typically are topped with syrup and butter. These multigrain waffles contain 100 percent whole grains, use nut-butter in place of butter, and contain no added sugar. They are sweetened naturally by a ripe banana, which adds fiber and source of potassium, per the USDA. Instead of syrup, top your waffles with fresh fruit to add a few grams of fiber and vitamins to your morning plate.
PREP TIME
10 minCOOK TIME
30 minTOTAL TIME
40 minIngredients
Directions
Preheat waffle maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
In a medium bowl, add buttermilk and oats, whisk together and let sit for 10 to 15 minutes. Whisk in eggs, mashed banana, and almond butter.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, flaxseed, chia seeds, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon, if using. Pour wet mixture into dry and stir until just combined.
Pour the batter onto the waffle maker, using the amount recommended by the manufacturer. Close the lid and cook until waffles are golden brown and crispy, about 3 to 5 minutes.
Serve immediately, topped with fresh fruit and almond butter, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
Serving size2 waffles (each waffle is 3x4 inch)
calories
365total fat
12gsaturated fat
2.2gprotein
15gcarbohydrates
53gfiber
9.8gsugar
15.3gadded sugar
0.8gsodium
459mgRate recipe
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Buckwheat Breakfast Bowl
Buckwheat is a chewy, nutty-tasting food that can be cooked just like a grain but is technically a seed, pet the Whole Grains Council. It’s gluten-free, can be enjoyed warm or cold, similar to oats, and contains over 4 g of fiber per cup, as the USDA notes. Plant-based yogurts like coconut-yogurt contain a few more grams of fiber compared with regular yogurt, per the USDA. Kiwis provide an excellent source of vitamin C and can help prevent constipation per one study.
Ingredients
Directions
Cook buckwheat per package instructions. Bring buckwheat and 1 cup of water to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cook until tender, about 12 to 15 minutes. Cool slightly. Transfer cooked buckwheat evenly amongst two serving bowls.
Divide remaining ingredients evenly amongst two bowls.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
Serving size1 bowl
calories
553total fat
25gsaturated fat
8.2gprotein
14gcarbohydrates
75gfiber
12.8gsugar
30.6gadded sugar
12.4gsodium
45mgRate recipe
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Sweet Potato Mushroom Hash
Potato hash is a hearty breakfast consisting of pan-fried potatoes and veggies, oftentimes topped with a fried egg. In this recipe, potatoes are swapped out for sweet potatoes, which add a few more grams of fiber, per the USDA, and are an excellent source of immune-supporting vitamin A, per the National Institutes of Health. Avocado not only adds a heart healthy source of fat, but one whole avocado packs over 13 g of dietary fiber, notes the USDA.
PREP TIME
10 minCOOK TIME
20 minTOTAL TIME
30 minIngredients
Directions
Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add oil, onion, and sweet potatoes, and cook, stirring occasionally. Cover with lid and let cook until sweet potato is tender and slightly charred, about 12 to 14 minutes.
Add mushrooms, bell pepper, salt and black pepper, and cook for another 5 to 7 minutes, until mushrooms are cooked. Crack eggs into a pan and cook until reaches desired consistency. Remove from heat.
Serve with avocado slices.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
Serving size1 cup hash, 1 egg, and ½ avocado
calories
307total fat
19gsaturated fat
3.6gprotein
10gcarbohydrates
26gfiber
8.1gsugar
7.1gadded sugar
0gsodium
273mgRate recipe
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