By 14 Healthy Dinner Recipes That Make Great Breakfast Leftovers
Breakfast for dinner is a beloved pastime, but dinner for breakfast? The concept doesn’t get enough attention, but it’s actually brilliant if you think about it. There are lots of savory entrée recipes out there that use breakfast ingredients like eggs and oats and make excellent leftovers—if you cook them for dinner, you can eat them for breakfast, too!
When my days get really busy, I barely have the energy to whip up meals, but dinner for breakfast cuts way down on the amount of cooking I need to do. Whatever I make at night, I can wrap up to enjoy in the morning. Everything from frittatas to shakshuka are great for dinner and even better for breakfast, especially if all you have to do is pop them in the microwave when you wake up.
It’s not always clear which dinner recipes also make the best repurposed breakfasts, so I went ahead and rounded up some of my faves for you. These 14 recipes are healthy delicious, and they have all the fiber, protein, and healthy carbs you need to be satisfied in the evenings and energized in the morning. And, I think I’ve mentioned, but it means you only have to cook once!
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https://cookieandkate.com1 Steel-Cut Oat Risotto With Butternut Squash and Kale from Cookie and Kate
This steel-cut oat risotto is basically savory oatmeal, which is fantastic in case you don’t already know. Get the recipe here.
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Andrew Purcell; Carrie Purcell2 Brussels Sprouts, Black Bean, and Sweet Potato Hash from SELF
If you want to enjoy this hash at its best for both dinner and breakfast, keep it separate from the eggs until you’re ready to eat. That way you can whip up some fresh fried eggs in the morning. Get the recipe here.
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https://damndelicious.net/3 Sheet-Pan Steak, Eggs, and Potatoes from Damn Delicious
This hearty dinner cum breakfast will definitely keep you satisfied until lunch. And there’s hardly any cleanup required! Get the recipe here.
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https://healthynibblesandbits.com4 Green Shakshuka With Kale and Collard Greens from Healthy Nibbles and Bits
If you have a hard time eating enough vegetables on the reg, you need this kale- and collard green-packed shakshuka in your life. It’ll help you eat a bunch of veggies before you even start your day! Get the recipe here.
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https://www.eatingbirdfood.com5 Roasted Garlic and Lentil Soup from Eating Bird Food
Lentil soup for breakfast might sound weird, but hear me out: Not unlike oatmeal, lentils have lots of fiber and protein, and their mild flavor makes them easy to eat first thing in the morning. Just be sure to brush your teeth after you eat all that garlic. the recipe here.
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Sidney Bensimon6 Vegan Low Country Grits from Sweet Potato Soul
If you love shrimp and grits but want a meatless version, these grits with vegan sausage, excerpted from one of our favorite new cookbooks of the year, is here to help. Get the recipe here.
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https://www.acouplecooks.com7 Roasted Tomato and Shaved Asparagus Frittata from A Couple Cooks
Frittatas make amazing leftovers, and this tomato- and asparagus-filled version is one that works for both dinner and breakfast. Get the recipe here.
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Andrew Purcell, Carrie Purcell8 Feta and Vegetable Baked French Toast from SELF
Who says French toast has to be sweet? This asparagus-and-feta-filled version proves it deserves to be savory more often. Get the recipe here.
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https://www.skinnytaste.com9 Waffled Crab Cakes from SkinnyTaste
If you’ve ever had a seafood-style eggs Benedict, you’ll understand the appeal of these waffled crab cakes. Top them with a fried egg for the ultimate breakfast experience. Get the recipe here.
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Andrew Purcell; Carrie Purcell10 Potato, Radish, and Green Bean Hash With Fried Eggs from SELF
Again, you’ll want to keep this hash separate from the eggs until you’re ready to eat. Fresh fried eggs are best, after all. Get the recipe here.
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https://minimalistbaker.com11 Fluffy Chickpea Scramble from Minimalist Baker
This vegan dish is reminiscent of scrambled eggs but has plenty of unique qualities that make it a standout in its own right. Get the recipe here.
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https://naturallyella.com12 Kale and Bulgur Fritters from Naturally Ella
Oats aren’t the only whole grain you can eat for breakfast. These fritters will help you enjoy bulgur day and night. Get the recipe here.
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https://fitfoodiefinds.com/13 Roasted Brussels Sprouts Polenta Bowls from Fit Foodie Finds
If you can eat grits for breakfast, you can eat polenta (both are cornmeal-based and have a similar texture). Get the recipe here.
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Andrew Purcell; Carrie Purcell14 Baked Eggs and Potatoes in Parmesan Red Pepper Sauce from SELF
This saucy, tomato-y baked egg dish is great no matter what time of day it is. Get the recipe here.
