10 Unexpected Ways to Eat Avocado for Breakfast

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Avocado isn’t just for toast anymore, folks. Get ready to see it in chilaquiles, in a savory vegan breakfast bowl, and even in a blueberry avocado muffin—yes, you heard that right. If you thought avocado was just for guacamole, wait until you try an avocado smoothie, or an open-faced power breakfast sandwich packed with egg whites, avocado, and tomato. From hummus and veggie breakfast bowls to a turkey avocado egg wrap, these recipes are here to prove that avocado can do a lot more than just top your toast.

Chilaquiles

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Chilaquiles with eggs
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This easy chilaquiles recipe is the perfect way to start your day! Tortilla chips are simmered in salsa verde and topped with eggs, cheese, and your favorite toppings for a delicious Mexican breakfast.
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Savory Vegan Breakfast Bowls (Pizza-Inspired!)

Vegan breakfast bowls with tempeh sausage crumbles, roasted veggies, avocado, parsley, and hot sauce
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These Savory Vegan Breakfast Bowls are pizza-inspired and packed with flavor! Featuring crispy potatoes, juicy tomatoes, and savory vegan sausage crumbles, this hearty bowl is a delicious and satisfying way to start your day. Plus, it’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and can be made in under 30 minutes!
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Best Shakshuka

A skillet with shakshuka topped with sunny-side-up eggs, sliced avocado, and crumbled cheese. Fresh cilantro and microgreens are sprinkled on top. Slices of bread are placed to the side.
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Enjoy this simple shakshuka recipe by Love and Lemons any time of day! Eggs are gently poached in a vibrant and spicy tomato and bell pepper sauce, creating a delicious and comforting dish. Top with feta, parsley, and avocado for a complete meal.
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Roasted Rainbow Vegetable Bowl (30 Minutes!)

Drizzling tahini dressing onto our Rainbow Roasted Vegetable Bowl recipe
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This vibrant Roasted Rainbow Vegetable Bowl is packed with protein and nutrients and can be made in just 30 minutes! It’s a hearty and customizable dish perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. Feel free to swap out veggies based on what you have on hand or what’s in season.
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Avocado Smoothie

Creamy Avocado Smoothie
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This creamy avocado smoothie is the perfect healthy breakfast or snack! Made with frozen fruit, spinach, and a hint of lime, it’s packed with protein and healthy fats. Customize it with your favorite protein powder for an extra boost!
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Summer Melon Couscous Salad with Avocado, Grapes, and Mint

Summer Melon Cous Cous Salad with Avocado, Grapes and Mint | foodiecrush.com
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This refreshing Summer Melon Couscous Salad is packed with honeydew, grapes, cucumber, and avocado, all tossed with fresh herbs and a zesty ginger-lime dressing. It’s a delightful and healthy dish perfect for a light lunch, a side at dinner, or a vibrant addition to any brunch spread.
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Turkey Avocado Egg Wrap

Turkey Avocado Egg Wrap
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Looking for a healthy and delicious meal option? This Turkey Avocado Egg Wrap is packed with protein and fresh ingredients like avocado, tomato, and spinach. It’s perfect for a quick breakfast, lunch, or dinner!
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Hummus and Veggie Breakfast Bowls

These delicious Hummus and Veggies Breakfast Bowls are made with feel-good, flavorful ingredients that combine to make the perfect meal for brunch! | gimmesomeoven.com
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Start your day with these vibrant and healthy Hummus and Veggie Breakfast Bowls! Packed with feel-good ingredients like quinoa, avocado, and perfectly cooked eggs, these gluten-free and vegetarian bowls are a flavorful and satisfying way to enjoy brunch.
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Blueberry Avocado Muffins

A blueberry muffin with a crumb topping on a white stand, accompanied by fresh blueberries. In the background, there is a halved avocado, with one half showing the seed. The scene is bright and light-filled.
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Looking for a tasty and healthier treat? These Blueberry Avocado Muffins are surprisingly simple to make! The addition of avocado adds a creamy texture and healthy fats, while the blueberries provide a burst of sweetness.
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Open-faced Power Breakfast Sandwich with Egg Whites, Avocado & Tomato

Open-faced healthy breakfast sandwich on a plate
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This open-faced power breakfast sandwich is the perfect way to start your day! It’s made with protein-packed egg whites, heart-healthy avocado, and fresh tomato slices, all on your choice of sprouted bread. Feel free to add a dash of hot sauce for an extra kick!
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Huevos Rancheros

Huevos rancheros
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Start your day with a fiesta! This vegetarian huevos rancheros recipe features crispy corn tortillas, perfectly fried eggs, and a vibrant homemade salsa. Top it all off with creamy avocado, beans, and fresh cilantro for a delicious and satisfying Mexican-inspired meal.
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Veggie Packed Freezer-Friendly Breakfast Burritos

freezer-friendly vegetarian breakfast burrito on a plate
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These veggie-packed breakfast burritos are freezer-friendly and perfect for a quick and easy meal. Loaded with sweet potatoes, bell peppers, and eggs, they’re a nutritious and delicious way to start your day. Customize with your favorite toppings like avocado and hot sauce for an extra burst of flavor!
Get the Recipe: Veggie Packed Freezer-Friendly Breakfast Burritos

About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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