If you have the chance to make a smoothie with blueberries, you should definitely take it. 😉 And if you can also sneak in some vegetables—which will only make your smoothie taste even better—then you know you’re on the right track. This smoothie combines summery, seasonal ingredients into a sweet treat that’s the perfect breakfast for any busy day.
Category: Breakfast
Summer Berry Smoothie
This berry smoothie is a refreshing, summery breakfast. It’s perfect as a refreshment on hot summer days and a healthy way to start the day. Join me live in the kitchen for this first episode of my cooking show, *The Summer Menu*! I’ll walk you through every step of making this delicious smoothie, and along the way, I’ll share lots of interesting facts about the ingredients.
Muesli Bars – A Healthy Snack
This quick snack takes about twenty minutes to prepare—just once—and then you’ll have something delicious to take your mind off things all week long. You probably already have most of the ingredients in your pantry, so this recipe finally gives them a good use. Have fun making it, and to all the students and anyone else short on time: good luck!
Spring Breakfast from the Oven with Apple and Pistachio
This is a fresh and sweet breakfast that’s perfect to enjoy with the spring sun on your face, while the breeze carries the scent of cherry blossoms from the neighbor’s garden and the chirping of a passing house sparrow subtly breaks the silence. This dish is also delicious when the weather isn’t quite as nice, or when you have time in the morning to wait fifteen minutes for the oven but don’t feel like putting in a lot of effort for breakfast. In all these cases, this breakfast will put a smile on your face.
Refreshing Blueberry Smoothie
This is truly one of my favorite breakfasts. It’s the kind of dish I often make on the weekends when I’m home because it doesn’t require much thought, yet the end result is always delicious. It’s a great dish to enjoy while sitting in the morning sun, watching my dogs happily scamper around the yard. But even if you have to get up early, don’t have much time, and want to grab a quick bite before heading out the door, this smoothie makes everything better. In short, there are many situations where this simple yet delicious recipe really shines.
Oven-Baked Nectarines with Oatmeal and Almond Crumble
Whether for breakfast, as a snack, or for dessert, this dish is sure to put a smile on your face. The sweet flavor of the nectarines and strawberries is a real treat. The soft texture of the warm fruit is a nice change from what we’re used to, and it also creates an interesting contrast with the crumble. The oats and almonds are a heavenly combination. They also help keep you feeling full longer, so you won’t get hungry right away.
Heaven on Earth – Oven-Baked Breakfast Dish (with Berries and Chocolate)
Heaven on earth: an oven-baked breakfast dish with berries and chocolate. This has quickly become one of my favorite breakfasts. It’s nutritious, indulgent, and absolutely delicious. They always say that a good start is half the battle. Well, with this breakfast, you’ve already kicked off your day on the right foot. Blueberries and raspberries are delicious, fresh, and sweet—and they’re also a source of vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. In short, starting your day with this is (surprise!) a healthy start to what could be an amazing day. 😉
Something original for Easter brunch—blueberry parfait
This parfait tastes like a dessert but can also be served for breakfast. The dish gives you a summery feeling, but it’s sure to win everyone over at Easter brunch, too. A healthier take on the classic ice cream recipe.
Apple Pie with Oatmeal
A heartwarming meal with a rich flavor profile featuring hints of cinnamon and apple. An oatmeal whose aroma fills your home with a cloud of coziness and whose taste takes you on an autumn walk through the woods, where the red, yellow, and orange leaves create a stunning palette of colors.
Last-minute Mother's Day gift
Homemade dishes are always especially appealing, but if you can also point out that they’re good for you, that makes your gift even more special. You can definitely mention that this dish is healthy. This breakfast tastes like dessert, but you’re actually getting a nice serving of fruit. Isn’t that wonderful? You might be better off not mentioning that this recipe is also super easy and doesn’t take much time—but that’s definitely a plus for you! 😉
Raspberry Smoothie
Raspberry Smoothie When the rain and snow gave way to a gentle spring sun this week, my heart leapt with joy. Especially when I noticed that those sunbeams were actually providing some warmth. For me, that was reason enough to eagerly head into my kitchen and whip up a fresh, sunny, and colorful breakfast…
Kiwi Smoothie
Kiwi Smoothie This breakfast will make you feel like you’re on vacation. It lets you dream of that early Sunday morning when you watched the sun rise from your balcony, painting the sky bright pink, pastel purple, light yellow, and deep orange. Together, they form a stunning palette of colors—breathtakingly beautiful. You close your eyes and feel the pleasant warmth of…
Oatmeal with cranberries
Oatmeal with Cranberries and Cinnamon Morning is my favorite time of day. I really enjoy getting up early and having the time to start my day calmly with some yoga. It makes me so happy when I have the time to leisurely make breakfast. And I…
Speculaas Smoothie
Speculaas Smoothie For many people, the morning is the moment when they realize that there are only 60 seconds in a minute, only 60 minutes in an hour, and—most importantly—that’s far too little time to get everything on their schedule done. So you don’t have time to make a super…
Speculaas Crumble
Speculaas Crumble with Cinnamon is rich in antioxidants. It purifies the blood and fights fungi and bacteria. It is high in magnesium, which, among other things, improves memory and concentration. Apples contain both insoluble and soluble fiber. One apple provides 10% of the daily recommended intake of fiber. Research has shown that…
Heartwarming Chocolate Oatmeal
Heartwarming Oatmeal with Chocolate I love having oatmeal for breakfast. Not only does it leave you feeling full, but it’s also very healthy. The Greeks and Romans used to use oatmeal as medicine. They were convinced it had healing properties. It has since been proven that this grain boosts our immune system. Key immune cells are activated so that…
Acai Smoothie with Chocolate
Acai Smoothie with Chocolate Acai is best known for the many antioxidants it contains. But there’s more: these berries also strengthen the immune system and help keep cholesterol levels in check. They help combat inflammatory conditions as well as cardiovascular disease. Thanks to their antioxidants, they contribute to the prevention of…
Banana Pancakes with Buckwheat
Banana Pancakes with Buckwheat Did you know that buckwheat isn’t actually a grain? It’s a seed! Its name is derived from “beech” and “wheat,” because the seeds look like beech nuts and are a good alternative to wheat. But buckwheat is so much more than that… It’s a valuable source of protein and it reduces…
Green Vegetable Pancakes
Green Vegetable Pancakes One thing about spinach pancakes is that they’re green, and when you add spirulina to them, they’re absolutely perfect. This microalgae has a very high protein content. It’s rich in antioxidants and vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 helps support the nervous system, energy production, and…
Summer Fruit Breakfast
Summer Fruit Breakfast If you want to keep your carbon footprint as small as possible, it’s best to choose seasonal produce—preferably organic and packaging-free. I have good news for all of you: raspberries, strawberries, and blueberries are in season right now. Plus, they’re deliciously sweet this time of year and don’t…
Chocolate Smoothie
Chocolate Smoothie: Banana, peanuts, and chocolate… Do I really need to say more to convince you? Always use the unsweetened, unheated version of cocoa powder so you can benefit from the full range of nutrients it has to offer. For example, cocoa powder is rich in antioxidants and magnesium. Magnesium ranks second only to potassium in terms of…