13 breakfasts for a healthy gut

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Breakfast ideas for a healthy gut

Kefir, banana, almond and frozen berry smoothie

This fruity kefir smoothie is a great on-the-go, gut-friendly breakfast option. Kefir is a milk drink which has been fermented by lactic acid bacteria and yeasts to provide a natural source of probiotics. Don’t worry if your diet is dairy-free – you can use coconut or water-based kefir instead.

Overnight oats

Our healthy and no-fuss breakfast can be prepped in just five minutes the night before, ready for you in the morning. It combines a few gut-friendly ingredients: chia seeds, oats and yogurt.

Healthy chia pudding

Both apples and chia seeds are high in fibre, here we've combined them to make a breakfast that's seriously good for your gut.

Spring greens shakshuka

Shakshuka is typically comprised of spices, eggs and tomatoes, but here we've decided to mix things up a little, making it green and healthy with asparagus tips and broad beans. This dish is loaded with plenty of gut-healthy fibre, protein, vitamins and minerals.

Vegan overnight oats

All it takes is 10 minutes and five ingredients to make these vegan overnight oats, topped with grated apple, coconut yogurt and maple syrup. Oats are a great source of prebiotic fibre, which feed the beneficial bacteria in your gut. Plus, apples offer pectin, which supports digestion.

Figs on toast with goat’s yogurt labneh

These easy figs on gut-friendly sourdough toast with labneh are super-quick and easy to make. This recipe is creamy, yet good for you and veggie-friendly. Ready in just 15 minutes, these make for a mouthwatering breakfast, brunch or snack.

Miso chickpeas and avocado on toast

Liven up a storecupboard staple with this super-simple dish. Chickpeas are high in fibre, especially a soluble fibre called raffinose, which is broken down by beneficial gut bacteria to support regular bowel movements. Avocado offers a bunch of healthy nutrients such as magnesium, zinc and potassium to support digestion.

Healthy banana pancakes

These easy pancakes are dairy-free and gluten-free, as well as being low in calories. Using just three ingredients, they are super quick to whip up – the peanut butter makes them sturdy so they’re easy to flip.

Blueberry smoothie bowl

Try this vibrant breakfast bowl with crunchy granola, blueberries and shaved coconut for an antioxidant-rich vegan brunch.

Coconut overnight oats

You can soak oats in any milk overnight but we love the creaminess that coconut milk gives. This makes a few portions for the week, so you get a healthy breakfast that’s quick to make in the morning.

Avocado on toast with smoked salmon

Creamy avocado and delicious smoked salmon feel like an indulgence, but this dish also offers plenty of healthy fats, omega-3 and fibre-rich rye.

Winter sunshine breakfast bowl

Get closer to your daily quota of colourful fruit and veg with this breakfast bowl recipe, which also helps to boost your immunity.

Rhubarb breakfast pots

Rhubarb is a good source of fibre, which supports digestion and gut health. Use it to make these colourful breakfast pots. They're also high in protein, perfect fuel to start your day.