If you are a breakfast lover and you have decided to switch to the ketogenic diet, you will not be disappointed: the list of keto breakfast ideas is long and tempting, full of tasty, high-fat foods such as eggs, avocado, sausage, butter, cheese and bacon.
Of course, the list of forbidden foods on the ketogenic diet can be scary. Indeed, the aim is to deprive the body of its main energy source - carbohydrates - and to load up on fat so as to force your body into a metabolic state called ketosis, in which stored fat is burned to produce energy.
In general, on a ketogenic diet you can eat fish, meat, dairy products low in carbohydrates (such as butter, cheese, etc.), vegetables low in carbohydrates, nuts, oils and avocados, as well as foods higher in carbohydrates, such as certain fruits, provided they are eaten in moderation.
In France, we have the unfortunate tendency to eat very sugary in the morning, which is not recommended: this will create a blood-sugar spike, an energy crash a few hours later, and reduced satiety. Switching to the ketogenic diet could perhaps help you adopt ingredients lower in carbohydrates and rich in protein and fats, or even consider savoury alternatives for your breakfast.
Whether you need an easy, simple keto breakfast ready in five minutes or a breakfast you can prepare in advance, you will find keto breakfast ideas in this article.
What keto alternative to sugary breakfasts?
Ketogenic alternative to cereals and granola.
Replace your usual recipe with nuts, coconut, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, and chia seeds, coconut oil and psyllium powder.
Ketogenic alternative to crêpes and pancakes.
Replace the usual flour with almond powder or coconut flour in your batter.
Ketogenic alternative to muffins.
In the batter, replace the sugar with a little 90% chocolate and a teaspoon of stevia; for the flour, choose the same alternative as for the crêpes and add a little peanut butter to your mixture.
Ketogenic alternative to smoothies.
Make a green smoothie based on avocados, baby spinach, cucumber and almond milk.
Discover our keto nut bar.
The first nut bar with no added sugar, Nutriscore A, high in fibre and a source of protein. A unique recipe, compatible with ketogenic/keto diets, that reveals the potential of almonds and peanuts.
What keto alternative to savoury breakfasts?
When it comes to savoury, the possibilities are very numerous; below we give you our 4 star ingredients for a keto breakfast:
Eggs. Whether you opt for a classic omelette or a traditional boiled, scrambled or poached version, eggs are always handy at breakfast time. Not only do they taste good, but they are also one of the most versatile high-protein foods in your kitchen. Ideal for a keto diet!
Avocado. On a busy day, avocados can be a real time-saver. On its own with a simple squeeze of lemon and there you go, job done! It is excellent combined with eggs, salmon or even in a smoothie!
Cheese. Feta, parmesan, cheddar, ricotta, mozzarella, fresh goat's cheese, brie... They all work in your ketogenic recipes. On their own or in your omelettes or scrambled eggs, it's the ketogenic ally of the morning!
Bacon. Another basic - but versatile - ingredient for your recipes that will help you add a bit of extra fat to your meals is bacon. However, it is not the healthiest ingredient: take care to use it sparingly.
Here are a few examples of good and easy keto recipes:
- Easy crustless quiche made in the oven: with eggs, cream, goat's cheese, tomatoes, mushrooms, broccoli.
- Cheese omelette.
- Egg, parmesan and spinach pancake.
- Poached eggs with bacon.
- Little frittata muffins with tomatoes, spinach, prosciutto, avocado oil, coconut flour.
When it comes to drinks, herbal teas are acceptable but coffee and tea divide opinion. Some fans of keto recipes consider that energy drinks can hinder the state of ketosis, while others keep them by replacing the usual spoonful of sugar (carbohydrates) with a spoonful of coconut oil.
Don't hesitate to browse the articles on the keto diet on the internet to get meal and recipe ideas
