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10 Cool Summer Breakfasts

Written by Melinda Hershey, Staff Writer

Many people enjoy starting the day with a filling, hot breakfast. However, a warm morning meal isn't always practical--especially during the hotter months. When it's steamy outside, don't skip this important meal; cool down with these fast and filling recipes.

Grab & Go Cottage Cheese Crunch

Looking for a high-protein breakfast idea? This one is simple and portable. Make it your own by substituting in your favorite cereals and fruits.

223 calories, 2 grams of fat per serving

Fruit Kebabs with Coconut Yogurt

These healthy fruit kebabs are a hit with kids and adults alike! Mix it up with different combinations of fruit and yogurt.

42 calories, 0.5 grams of fat per serving

Goin' Green Smoothie

Drinking your vegetables never tasted so good! This green smoothie recipe might look a little strange, but trust us when we say you can't even taste the spinach! It's fruity and light--the perfect breakfast for a hot day, or before a morning workout.

234 calories, 1 gram of fat per serving

Crustless Quiche Bites

This light quiche recipe makes a big batch of portable egg muffins! They're great cold, but you can warm them up, too, if desired. Add in some lean meat and veggies for even more staying power.

147 calories, 10 grams of fat per serving

Nutty Banana Granola

This healthy granola is chock-full of chewy dried fruit and crunchy nuts. Make a big batch and portion it out into individual baggies for a no-brainer breakfast.

249 calories, 9 grams of fat per serving

Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie

Creamy peanut butter and sweet bananas are a perfect match in this breakfast smoothie recipe! Blend one up in the morning for a dose of protein and healthy fats.

230 calories, 9 grams of fat per serving

Make-Ahead Peach Bran Muffins

Juicy summer peaches are the perfect mate to chewy bran in these high-fiber muffins. Whip up a batch on Sunday for a quick and easy weekday breakfast option.

171 calories, 1.5 grams of fat per serving

Fruit & Yogurt Parfait

This healthy parfait is a cinch to make and is full of fiber and protein to keep you going until lunch!

308 calories, 3.5 grams of fat per serving

Chewy Oat & Nut Granola Bars

These homemade granola bars are great for those busy mornings when you just don't have time for a sit-down breakfast. Make a batch ahead of time for quick and filling breakfasts all week long!

220 calories, 5 grams of fat per serving

Rainbow Fruit Salad with Honey-Orange Drizzle

The sweet drizzle on this easy fruit salad recipe will make you feel like you're eating a decadent treat for breakfast. Shh...we won't tell anyone it's good for them if you don't!

98 calories, 1 gram of fat per serving

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KYLAR_STERN

5/5/2013 8:57:21 PM

Well, 2 out of 10 with decent protein is better than Spark's average. I don't think these could keep me going for a morning meal by any means tho.

But as a healthy, cool snack in the afternoon they're some pretty good ideas.

BRAVELUTE

9/24/2012 9:23:47 PM

Are you tracking your meals, on the nutrition tracker, Fastballer66? It's the best thing since diets that don't last!!!

FASTBALLER66

9/12/2012 5:45:39 PM

Today is my first day. How did I ever allow myself to get so big. I use to be athletic and outgoing. I have little/no motivation, but I've done this to myself and now I have to undo this to myself. Day one. Two raisin toast/1 cup of Earl Grey tea with 1/2 teaspoon of sugar. A hamburger with ketchup and mustard with salad no dressing and 2 handfuls of unsalted trail mix.

62GRAD

9/7/2012 9:24:38 AM

great

WILSON1926

8/8/2012 5:24:10 AM

yummy

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