I know many people find breakfast a challenge. Whether this be because you're not hungry, you don't have time or you're just so damn sick of that bloody green smoothie! 

This recipe was one I created as a way to get more beans into my diet. I love cooking with black beans and kidney beans but do not use white beans very often.

Yes I know green smoothies have been done to death but they are such a regular part of my diet now because there's so many variations and it's the perfect way to tick all the boxes which can be difficult to achieve in a lot of breakfast meals..

Who doesn't love banana bread? Toasted on the outside, but moist in the inside with a sweet banana flavour and crunchy bits of walnuts.

Being gluten free it's hard to find muffins that are still moist, filling and delicious..but these are just that!  They're a great snack and can even be a good option for breakfast paired with a green juice or an almond chai. 

This breakfast is full of so many good fats it will have you feeling full and satisfied all morning. I think Omega-3 fats are on of the most important nutrients people should be trying to get more of in their diets. They are needed for brain development, transport of fat soluble vitamins, to help retain water, maintain cell resilience and reduce inflammation (the later two are particularly helpful at reducing skin ageing!). 

This smoothie bowl is particularly delicious and creamy thanks to the avocado full of healthy fats, fibre, vitamin K and folate and the cashew milk (you can use any other kind of milk too).

The Acai berry is extremely high in anti-oxidants and fibre and unlike other fruits is very low in sugar. More research needs to be done but current studies are showing potential benefits for weight loss, lowering cholesterol and improving arthritis. 

This loaf is so versatile I have been known to consume it for breakfast, lunch, dinner and as a snack (not all in the one day of course!). It freezes perfectly and can go straight into the toaster for a quick go to nutrient hit. The almonds are full of healthy fat and vitamin E, the oats help to stabilise blood sugar and calm the nervous system and the psyllium husk although mainly used as a binding agent here, can help to regulate the bowels. 

Green tea: Provides an excellent source of anti-oxidants and helps to boost metabolism. 
Kiwi fruits: High in fibre, vitamin C, vitamin A and potassium 
Lime juice: Similar benefits to lemon, limes help to cleanse the liver and digestive tract and are a good source of vitamin C.  
Banana: High source of potassium and fibre. Also contains serotonin for a happiness effect and provides pre-biotics to feed healthy gut bacteria.