We've all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so why not kickstart your morning with a protein-packed, veggie-filled salad?
Salad for breakfast may sound unusual, but it's a rising trend among health-conscious consumers.
Most of your favorite traditional breakfast ingredients can be incorporated into delicious and nutritious salads.
In this blog, we're sharing the latest breakfast salad trends and our favorite recipes for 2025.
Breakfast Salad Trends in 2025
High Protein Meals
The Whole Foods Market Trends Council predicts that protein will be a major focus for consumers in 2025.
Whole food sources of protein, like eggs and cottage cheese, are in especially high demand.
Fortunately, you can add practically any protein to a breakfast salad.
For example, chicken, sausage, eggs, and beans all make great additions to breakfast salads.
Superfood Additions
Many breakfast salads now feature superfood ingredients that amplify their nutritional punch.
Chia seeds, kale, spirulina, and hemp seeds are popping up in recipes everywhere.
These superfoods turn a simple salad into a powerhouse of vitamins and minerals.
Globally Inspired Salads
Borrowing flavors from around the world is one of the best ways to add variety to your diet.
Greek, Mediterranean, and Asian cuisines are considered the healthiest by consumers, so expect to see these flavors incorporated into salads in 2025.
The rise in Asian grocery stores across the United States is also a sign of America's growing affinity for Asian foods.
For instance, you might see breakfast salads topped with edamame, sesame-ginger dressing, or even a scoop of savory quinoa "fried rice."
Fermented Ingredients
We're seeing a trend in 2025 of fermented ingredients, such as kimchi, sauerkraut, and pickled radishes.
Fermented foods might sound like a strange way to start your day, but don't count it out until you try it.
A dollop of kimchi or a miso-based dressing can add a kick of flavor to your morning while also promoting your digestive health.
10 Breakfast Salads to Kickstart Your Morning
Vegan Breakfast Salads
1. Tofu and Potato Breakfast Salad
This vegan salad offers the perfect balance of macronutrients, with energy-boosting carbs from the potatoes, healthy fats from the avocado, and protein from the tofu.
Marinating the tofu in the tomato-basil vinaigrette before pan-frying gives it tons of flavor.
Recipe:
Season cubed potatoes with olive oil, salt, dried basil, and black pepper, and bake for 20 minutes at 450 degrees.
Press the tofu to remove excess moisture, cut it into cubes, and marinate it in tomato-basil vinaigrette for at least 10 minutes before pan-frying it until browned.
Add your ingredients on top of a bed of mixed greens, and top with tomato, avocado, and the rest of the vinaigrette.
2. Savory Sweet Potato Breakfast Salad
This breakfast salad with sweet potatoes and blueberries is the perfect mixture of savory with a hint of sweetness.
Made with a simple lemon olive oil dressing and topped with hemp seeds and parsley, this recipe is packed with flavor and nutrients.
Recipe:
Cook sweet potatoes in a skillet until golden brown on both sides.
Mix together a dressing of lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Serve the sweet potatoes on a bed of mixed greens with blueberries, avocado, hummus, hemp seeds, and parsley.
Protein-Packed Breakfast Salads
3. Smoked Salmon Breakfast Salad
Salmon is one of the healthiest protein sources, and it makes for a light and delicious breakfast.
This recipe calls for homemade whole wheat croutons and fresh dill dressing, but you can always simplify with store-bought ingredients if you're in a time crunch.
Recipe:
Soft boil or hard boil your eggs and slice them in half after they cool.
Add your preferred lettuce to a platter and top with smoked salmon, eggs, cucumber, red onion, sprouts, and capers.
Drizzle with a dressing made of Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, salt, and pepper.
4. Sausage and Egg Breakfast Salad
Sausage and eggs are quintessential breakfast foods, and you can't go wrong adding them to a salad.
This recipe uses a classic vinaigrette with everything bagel seasoning, making it the perfect dressing for a breakfast salad.
Recipe:
Prepare the breakfast vinaigrette by mixing white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic, and everything bagel seasoning.
Prepare the base of your salad by mixing arugula, green onions, basil, tomatoes, and avocado.
Top the salad with your cooked sausage of choice and one or two over-easy eggs.
Low-Carb Breakfast Salads
5. BLT Breakfast Salad
If you love a BLT sandwich but are trying to cut down on carbs, this BLT breakfast salad is a must-try.
Avocado and poached eggs add extra healthy fats and protein, so this meal is sure to hold you over until lunch.
Massage the shredded kale with olive oil, salt, and pepper until it softens.
Prepare the dressing by mixing goat cheese, mayo, white wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Top the kale with prepared bacon, poached eggs, avocado, and tomato, and drizzle with the goat cheese dressing.
6. Avocado Egg Salad
Egg salad is a classic and delicious recipe that can be enjoyed at any time of day.
This rich, filling avocado egg salad is keto-friendly and full of healthy fats.
It can be served in romaine wraps as a substitute for bread.
Mix together diced avocados and diced boiled eggs until creamy.
Add lemon juice, onion, dill salt, and pepper.
Serve on lettuce wraps or low-carb bread.
Globally Inspired Breakfast Salads
7. Thai Breakfast Salad Bowl
For an Asian twist, try this flavorful Thai breakfast salad bowl packed with veggies, herbs, and aromatics.
The recipe is inspired by khao yam, a popular breakfast dish in southern Thailand.
Mix together a dressing of soy sauce, lime juice, lime zest, grated ginger, and crushed red pepper.
Combine your salad ingredients: brown rice, napa cabbage, bean sprouts, cucumber, carrot, scallions, basil, cilantro, shallots, and roasted peanuts.
8. Huevos Rancheros Breakfast Salad
Huevos rancheros, a classic Mexican breakfast, can easily be transformed into a hearty salad.
You can serve the salad on toasted tortillas, top it with tortilla chips, or forgo the tortillas altogether if you're trying to cut on carbs.
Recipe:
Create your salsa by mixing black beans, tomatoes, onion, oil, lime juice, cilantro, hot sauce, and salt.
Brush tortillas with olive oil and toast the tortillas directly under your broiler.
Place sunny-side-up eggs on a bed of mixed greens and top with queso fresco, salsa, and fresh cilantro.
Quick and Easy Breakfast Salads
9. Five-Minute Mediterranean-Inspired Breakfast Salad
This Mediterranean breakfast salad is full of fiber, healthy fat, and protein, and it can be prepared in five minutes or less.
It's also a great make-ahead salad for busy weekday mornings.
Recipe:
Line a bowl with hummus, then add spinach, avocado, and grape tomatoes.
Top the greens and veggies with salt, pepper, olive oil, and red wine vinegar.
Add a hard-boiled egg, Greek yogurt, and crushed pita chips.
10. Leftover Remix Salad
You don't need an elaborate recipe to make a tasty breakfast salad.
If you have any leftover cooked vegetables or proteins, simply add them to a bed of lettuce in the morning.
Roasted Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes, bell peppers, and carrots all make for a great breakfast bowl.
Recipe:
Add leftover vegetables to a bed of greens.
Add chicken, sausage, bacon, or fried eggs for protein.
Top with a store-bought vinaigrette or a simple homemade dressing of oil and vinegar.
Start the Day Right With a Produce-Packed Breakfast
Breakfast salads may sound unconventional, but there are endless options for combining your favorite breakfast ingredients into healthy, balanced, and green dishes.
Here at Hitchcock Farms, we love incorporating veggies into all of our meals.
Our sustainably grown produce is delicious from breakfast to dinner.
We hope these recipes inspire you to try something new while on your healthy cooking journey!
FAQ
What are the best dressings for breakfast salads?
The best salad dressing depends on the ingredients in your salad.
If you're looking for a lighter dressing, a vinaigrette could complement your breakfast salad perfectly.
If you want a rich, hearty dressing for a savory breakfast salad, try a classic ranch or a yogurt-based dressing.
Can you meal prep breakfast salads for the week?
You can meal prep breakfast salads just like you would any other salad.
Some ingredients, like eggs, may only keep for a few days in the fridge.
Store the dressing separately to keep your salad fresh.
What greens are best for breakfast salads?
Spinach, kale, and arugula make great beds for breakfast salads.
Egg salad pairs well with crunchy lettuce, like romaine or iceberg.
