A super easy breakfast recipe!
I laugh when people leave angry comments on my blog, complaining my recipes are too simple, like this is a bad thing. In reality, it’s my goal to offer ideas and recipes that don’t require a Ph.D or a bunch of obscure ingredients. I want the recipes to be as simple as possible, and I sometimes even remake ones I think are too complicated, before posting them on the blog.
We grow up in a society that emphasizes the notion: more is more; and the laundry lists of ingredients on our packaged foods grow longer by the minute. With so much being thrown at us, it’s beneficial to work at taking specific steps to simplify our lives as much as possible. For example, why make a recipe with twenty ingredients when something with five can taste just as delicious? Today’s yogurt bowl is one of my favorite healthy breakfast recipes, with just three ingredients.
No expensive protein powders, superfood berries, or wheatgrass… just yogurt, milk, and fresh fruit!
The Yogurt Breakfast Bowl
(serves 1)
- 1 cup frozen raspberries (110g)
- 1/3 to 1/2 cup milk of choice (120g) (depending on desired thickness)
- 6 oz plain or vanilla yogurt of choice (I like Wholesoy.)
- Especially if using an unsweetened milk, you’ll probably wish to add a little sweetener of choice
Blend all ingredients in a blender or magic bullet until smooth. Pour into a bowl. On really hot days, I like to now put the bowl in the freezer for up to an hour. Top with your favorite granola, fresh fruit, etc. (My favorite summer breakfast: this yogurt recipe, extra raspberries on top, and peanut butter slathered on some fresh HSH chia bread from Whole Foods.)
Question of the Day:
Is your life complicated, with people and obligations pulling you in all different directions?
Sometimes when things get really stressful, I fantasize about moving to Hawaii… and not bringing my computer or cell phone. Just me, a beach blanket, and a giant coconut filled with fresh coconut water, lounging under the sun. All day, every day. How amazing does that sound?
Link of the Day:
Simple as bad? Since when?! All I know is the Italians pride themselves on using simple ingredients to make the most delicious meals (I’m Italian by the way! lol!) I think this simple breakfast bowl looks delicious and even better that it’s “simple” to make!
Katie,
Love it! Seems we are on the same page. I just made my own fruit-n-yogurt from 0% Greek, thawed frozen strawberries and a little chia (I had already soaked the chia and formed a gel for a demo the day before – so simply added some to the strawberries/juice). I added a little stevia since these particular strawberries weren’t exceptionally sweet. Finally, I topped it with a Tbsp of my homemade granola and it was delish!! : )
That’s so crazy!! I won’t make a recipe if it has too many ingredients or is complicated. I, personally, don’t have the time or the desire. Quick, easy recipes are definitely my favorite!!
Made it this morning and it was so delicious!!
This looks so refreshing! I love simple recipes. I’m new to your blog and I am enjoying your recipes. Thank you
Do you have a recipe for a healthy strawberry trifle?
I made this for breakfast today! I used strawberries instead of raspberries and sprinkled it with chia seeds and homemade granola. So yummy! Thanks for the idea!
Aloha Katie,
I actually live in Hawaii. Unfortunately, I go to work daily, pay my bills, never walk around in a bikini, etc. Even though I live in “paradise” busy life goes on. I live 1 block from the beach but haven’t been in the water in 6 months. So sad. We tend to think the grass is always greener … I actually pine for seasons and cheaper cost of living. I wish I lived everyone’s idea of Hawaii BUT that is a vacation. Shucks!
Darn, that’s too bad. Lost dreams right there. 😉
(I guess it’s like my mom growing up an hour from NYC and yet not even going to the Empire State Building or Statue of Liberty until she was an adult.)
I LOVE the simplicity of your recipes! I live in a dorm and it is so convenient to not have to buy 10,000 ingredients to make something!
Ah Katie, ignore the haters/complainers. I can’t tell you enough what a relief it is to see a recipe which minimal ingredients. I love your wonderful blog with the all the goodies!
Keep keeping it simple! I love the simple ingredient lists!!!!
Keep those recipes coming…
I use your recipes BECAUSE they are simple! Simple yet so delicious! I don’t want to have to buy a bunch of ingredients to have things gluten free and vegan. Keep it simple! Thank you!
Katie, your recipes are simple, but they are created in ways that I’ve never seen before. They’re special simple recipes.
Don’t listen to people who can’t say nice things about you. Their opinions don’t count and they’re just jealous that they didn’t come up with such amazing recipes. That’s all there is to it. Their comments are not worth your time and they’re not worth anyone else’s time.
I would hate to think that they could think they could do better than you, because they can’t. Love you Katie. 🙂
Aw J, thank you!
Good for you, for keeping things simple! Especially since you’re trying to show how accessible veganism is. And you’re a strong person for being able to laugh instead of lashing back!
My freshman year of college when I depended on the dining halls, my go-to healthy dessert was raspberry yogurt with granola mixed in. And I always made a stop by the soft-serve ice cream bar toppings for mini M&Ms to top off my “parfait” too!
I can’t find large tubs of plain yogurt anywhere! Just the single serving size. Does anyone know where I can find them?
HAHAHAHAHA. People really complain about not having enough ingredients? You don’t have to worry about that with me. I definitely prefer things simpler. Thanks a ton Katie. God bless!