Southwest Breakfast Jars
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Southwest Breakfast Jars
February 5, 2025|Balanced Breakfasts, Healthy Recipes, Meal Prep, Power BowlsBusy mornings? These make ahead jars are fresh, flavorful and packed with protein to keep you energized all day!
Hello Stability Nutrition Friends,
Happy Wednesday!
Breakfast can be one of the hardest meals to make time for, but having something prepped and ready to go makes mornings so much easier. That’s why I love these Southwest Breakfast Jars! They are a lifesaver for busy days, or for those mornings when you just don’t feel like cooking but still want something fresh, nourishing, and satisfying.
Each jar is packed with protein, fiber, and veggies to keep you full and energized for hours. With a hearty base of quinoa and roasted sweet potatoes, colorful veggies, and a variety of protein options, they delicious and well balanced. Whether you go with eggs, Canadian bacon, or plant-based options like black beans, chickpeas, or baked tofu, you can mix and match to keep things exciting!
Even if you’re not rushing out the door, these make a great breakfast for the week. You can layer them in mason jars for a grab-and-go option or store them in airtight containers to enjoy at home. Having these in the fridge means breakfast is one less thing to think about. Just grab a jar, heat it up, and add your favorite toppings. A little salsa or avocado on top? Yes, please!
Why You’ll Love These Southwest Breakfast Jars
Balanced and Satisfying – With protein, fiber, and healthy fats, these jars help keep blood sugar stable and energy levels high all morning long.
Meal Prep Made Easy – A little prep on the weekend means you’ll have breakfast ready to go for the next four days. No stress, no hassle!
Customizable – Choose your favorite protein, swap in different veggies, or add your favorite toppings to keep things fresh and exciting.
Nutrient-Packed – Quinoa provides plant-based protein and essential amino acids, sweet potatoes offer fiber and vitamin A, and the veggies bring in even more vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Winning!
Delicious and Convenient – These jars are full of flavor and reheat beautifully, making them perfect for grab-and-go mornings.
Southwest Breakfast Jars
A flavorful, protein-packed breakfast with roasted sweet potatoes, quinoa, and fresh veggies, all layered with your choice of savory protein for a delicious, satisfying start to the day!
Author: Elisa | Stability Nutrition
Yield: 4 Pint Size (16 oz) mason jars), 4 servings
Ingredients:
Base:
1 large sweet potato, diced small
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp cumin
sea salt and fresh ground pepper
½ cup quinoa (uncooked)
Veggies:
2 cups broccoli, lightly steamed or roasted (½ cup per jar)
4 small tomatoes, sliced (1 per jar)
Protein: (Choose Only 2 Proteins):
4 large hard-boiled eggs, sliced (2 per jar for two jars)
6 slices Canadian bacon, chopped (3 per jar for two jars)
1 cup black beans or chickpeas (½ cup per jar for two jars)
1 cup baked, seared or air fried tofu, cubed (½ cup per jar for two jars)
Toppings (Optional: Add fresh when serving):
Fresh salsa
Avocado slices
Chimichurri sauce
Sea salt, black pepper, smoked paprika
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 375°F. Toss the diced sweet potato with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin and a little sea salt and pepper. Spread in an even layer on a parchment lined baking sheet and roast for 30-35 minutes, until tender. Remove from the oven and let cool.
Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water. In a saucepan, combine ½ cup quinoa with 1 cup water and a pinch of sea salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork. Set aside.
Steam the broccoli until just tender. Drain and set aside.
For the eggs, hard-boil to your preferred doneness, then peel and slice. If using Canadian bacon, chop into bite-sized pieces. If using black beans, chickpeas, or tofu, ensure they are prepped and seasoned to your liking.
Assemble the jars by layering ¼ cup quinoa at the bottom, then the 1/4 - 1/3 cup roasted sweet potatoes. Add ½ cup broccoli and sliced tomato in the middle. Finish with your chosen protein on top.
Store the jars in the fridge for up to 4 days. When ready to eat, reheat (without toppings) for 30–60 seconds in the microwave, then add fresh toppings before serving.
Enjoy!
Having a nourishing breakfast ready to go makes such a difference in the morning. These Southwest Breakfast Jars are fresh, flavorful, and packed with protein to keep you satisfied. I hope you love them as much as I do!
If you make them, please tag me on Instagram with #stabilitynutrition - I’d love to see your creations!
In good health and happiness,
Elisa
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