Salad For Breakfast Is the New Eggs Benedict — 31 Tasty Recipes to Try Now!

Remember when breakfast for dinner was the cool thing to do? While it's definitely a fun take on the traditional dinner menu (who doesn't love pancakes at all hours of the day?), the newest meal switch-up is so much better. We are talking about none other than lunch for breakfast. Meet the new and improved morning meal: the breakfast salad. With protein-packed eggs, crispy bacon bits, and greens to start your day off with the biggest bite of flavor, breakfast salads are all you ever need to get the most out of your morning meal.

Get good-for-you ingredients (hello, veggies!) all in one place before you even take off your slippers. Pair a hot cup of coffee with your breakfast and enjoy a good start to a great day.

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The Breakfast Salad
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The Breakfast Salad

An unconventional morning meal, this breakfast salad is topped with cinnamon toast croutons and a sweet, sweet maple vinaigrette dressing. Add as many over-easy eggs as you want and dig in!

Get the recipe: the breakfast salad

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Breakfast Salad With Everything-Bagel-Seasoning Dressing
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Breakfast Salad With Everything-Bagel-Seasoning Dressing

Take on your morning with the help of loads of veggies that are paired with your morning eggs, bacon, and sausage. This recipe calls for all the vegetables you want, plus an everything-bagel-seasoning dressing that will give you the perfect bite of breakfast.

Get the recipe: breakfast salad with everything-bagel-seasoning dressing

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Alice Waters’s Warm Spinach Breakfast Salad
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Alice Waters’s Warm Spinach Breakfast Salad

Eggs, breadcrumbs, and bacon band together to make this mouth-watering salad. The warm spinach and gooey eggs will make your day start off in a protein-fueled direction.

Get the recipe: Alice Waters's warm spinach breakfast salad

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Mexican Breakfast Salad
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Mexican Breakfast Salad

Loaded with veggies, spicy chorizo, freshly cooked eggs, and a dash of cheese, this salad will ensure that you hit all the ingredient bases. Warm eggs and creamy avocados go well in this salad, and on a big bite of toast!

Get the recipe: Mexican breakfast salad

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Kale, Miso, and Soft Egg Breakfast Salad
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Kale, Miso, and Soft Egg Breakfast Salad

Filling, hearty, and made with only three ingredients, it doesn't get much better than this wildly tasty breakfast salad. Just whip up a side of your favorite breakfast meat and dig in!

Get the recipe: kale, miso, and soft egg breakfast salad

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Avocado Citrus Breakfast Salad
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Avocado Citrus Breakfast Salad

This refreshingly light salad will give your morning just what it needs. The tart flavors of the citrus and the creamy avocado mix perfectly with a honey lime vinaigrette that brings everything together into one tasty bite. Just add a nice glass of orange juice to make your meal even better.

Get the recipe: avocado citrus breakfast salad

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Strawberry Kale Breakfast Salad With Nutty Granola Croutons
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Strawberry Kale Breakfast Salad With Nutty Granola Croutons

Out with the traditional croutons and in with the nutty granola croutons! This fresh salad is filled with all the good-for-you ingredients that your body for ask for, so eat up. Top it with savory granola and even a dash of honey if you are so inclined.

Get the recipe: strawberry kale breakfast salad with nutty granola croutons

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Spicy Blueberry Jicama Breakfast Salad With Cashews
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Spicy Blueberry Jicama Breakfast Salad With Cashews

Nothing wakes up your taste buds quite like this spicy blueberry breakfast salad. The salad is the perfect mesh of sweet, spicy, and refreshing so your day will start off with a bang.

Get the recipe: spicy blueberry jicama breakfast salad with cashews

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Sweet Potato Kale Breakfast Salad
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Sweet Potato Kale Breakfast Salad

With pan-fried sweet potatoes, bacon bits, hard-boiled eggs, and toasted pumpkin seeds, you'll start your morning with all the healthy ingredients you need! Toss it in a simple garlic vinaigrette and enjoy a filling start to your day.

Get the recipe: sweet potato kale breakfast salad

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Blueberry and Peach Kale Breakfast Salad
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Blueberry and Peach Kale Breakfast Salad

Your taste buds will be awakened when they are introduced to the flavors of this peach-filled salad. We recommend pairing it with a piece of warm jam-topped toast.

Get the recipe: blueberry and peach kale breakfast salad

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BLT Shredded Kale Breakfast Salad With Greek Yogurt Dressing
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BLT Shredded Kale Breakfast Salad With Greek Yogurt Dressing

Turn your basic morning Greek yogurt into a masterpiece with this kale salad recipe. Add bacon, avocados, and any other mix-ins that you think would pair well with the creamy dressing. Enjoy!

Get the recipe: BLT shredded kale breakfast salad with Greek yogurt dressing

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Fruit and Nut Breakfast Salad
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Fruit and Nut Breakfast Salad

Turn your parfait into a salad with this tasty fruit and nut salad. It's complete with blackberries, raspberries, cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, and toasted hazelnuts. Yum!

Get the recipe: fruit and nut breakfast salad

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Fresh Peach and Basil Breakfast Salad

Fresh Peach and Basil Breakfast Salad

Basil for breakfast, you heard it here first! Top this peachy salad with rich basil, creamy cheese, and hard-boiled eggs to make your morning go from zero to 100.

Get the recipe: fresh peach and basil breakfast salad

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Baby Kale Breakfast Salad With Soft-Boiled Eggs and Maple Bacon Vinaigrette
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Baby Kale Breakfast Salad With Soft-Boiled Eggs and Maple Bacon Vinaigrette

Turn your traditional bacon, eggs, and toast into a tasty new dish with this breakfast salad recipe. Feel free to use whatever greens you like and then put all sorts of delicious things on top, like crunchy bacon, soft-boiled eggs, buttery toast made into croutons, and any other breakfast sidekicks you want.

Get the recipe: baby kale breakfast salad with soft-boiled eggs and maple bacon vinaigrette

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Poppy Seed and Fruit Breakfast Salad
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Poppy Seed and Fruit Breakfast Salad

Turn all your favorite breakfast fruits into one big dish with the help of this poppy seed salad. The ginger, lemon juice, and poppy seeds bring out the rich flavors of the fruit, so be sure to make a lot of extra dressing!

Get the recipe: poppy seed and fruit breakfast salad

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Almond, Blueberry, and Grapefruit Breakfast Salad
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Almond, Blueberry, and Grapefruit Breakfast Salad

This grapefruit salad is packed with healthy almonds and tangy blueberries, all topped off with a light vinaigrette dressing. It's light, refreshing, and pairs well with a bold coffee roast.

Get the recipe: almond, blueberry, and grapefruit breakfast salad

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Breakfast Egg Salad
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Breakfast Egg Salad

Turn egg salad into a delightful breakfast dish with this recipe. Just top a toasted piece of bread with a hearty scoop of egg salad and enjoy! Make sure to make enough toast for all of the salad!

Get the recipe: breakfast egg salad

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Bacon and Brussels Sprout Breakfast Salad
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Bacon and Brussels Sprout Breakfast Salad

Loaded with crunchy almonds and rich pine nuts, this bacon salad will give you all the protein you need to kick off your day. Add hard-boiled eggs to give it another bite of protein.

Get the recipe: bacon and Brussels sprout breakfast salad

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Smoked Trout and Avocado Salad Toasts
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Smoked Trout and Avocado Salad Toasts

Breakfast salad, meet toast. Whip up this amazing smoked trout salad and place it atop a warm and toasted piece of bread. Add sprouts, lemon pepper, and herbs to spice it right up.

Get the recipe: smoked trout and avocado salad toasts

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Marinated Tomato Peach Breakfast Salad With Herb Butter Toast
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Marinated Tomato Peach Breakfast Salad With Herb Butter Toast

Say good morning to your new favorite breakfast salad. Juicy peaches and crunchy tomatoes will wake your taste buds right up. Not to mention, the herb baguette toast adds the perfect morning twist.

Get the recipe: marinated tomato peach breakfast salad with herb butter toast

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Bacon, Brussels Sprouts, and Chopped Cabbage Breakfast Salad
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Bacon, Brussels Sprouts, and Chopped Cabbage Breakfast Salad

Crispy, crunchy, and just the right amount of salty, this bacon-filled salad just screams breakfast. Topped with pecans and a light dressing, there's nothing you won't like here. Add eggs and a side of sausage to give it a real morning spin.

Get the recipe: bacon, Brussels sprouts, and chopped cabbage breakfast salad

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Blood Orange and Avocado Breakfast Salad
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Blood Orange and Avocado Breakfast Salad

Make your mornings bright with this light and healthy blood orange and avocado breakfast salad. The bold flavors of the blood orange mesh perfectly with the creamy avocado, giving your morning every bit of goodness it needs.

Get the recipe: blood orange and avocado breakfast salad

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Quinoa, Blueberry, and Avocado Breakfast Salad Recipe
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Quinoa, Blueberry, and Avocado Breakfast Salad Recipe

Start your day off with fresh blueberries, rich avocado, hearty feta cheese, and a tangy lime vinaigrette with this wild breakfast salad recipe. The quinoa will keep you full and the blueberries with get your brain ready for the day ahead. A crisp tea would pair well with this dish, so be sure to break out your teacups.

Get the recipe: quinoa, blueberry, and avocado breakfast salad recipe

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Burrata Fruit Breakfast Salad With Simple Dressing
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Burrata Fruit Breakfast Salad With Simple Dressing

Burrata and fruit go hand in hand to make the most flavor-filled breakfast salad on the menu. Add a six-minute egg on top and pair with a side of sourdough toast to complete the meal.

Get the recipe: burrata fruit breakfast salad with simple dressing

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Kale, Pomegranate, and Mandarin Orange Breakfast Salad
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Kale, Pomegranate, and Mandarin Orange Breakfast Salad

Awaken your taste buds with the tangy punch of flavor in this breakfast salad. To make the perfect duo, pair this salad with warm toast and berry jam.

Get the recipe: kale, pomegranate, and mandarin orange breakfast salad

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Curried Apple and Egg Breakfast Salad
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Curried Apple and Egg Breakfast Salad

Eat your morning eggs and Greek yogurt in a whole new way thanks to this egg salad recipe. Warm bread, hearty eggs, and creamy yogurt put a whole new spin on the term "breakfast salad."

Get the recipe: curried apple and egg breakfast salad

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Chickpea Bacon Ranch Chopped Breakfast Salad
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Chickpea Bacon Ranch Chopped Breakfast Salad

Made with homemade avocado ranch dressing, this chickpea salad is more than drool-worthy. It's packed with protein and will give you the fuel you need to breeze through any morning.

Get the recipe: chickpea bacon ranch chopped breakfast salad

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Grilled Chicken Strawberry Poppy Seed Breakfast Salad
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Grilled Chicken Strawberry Poppy Seed Breakfast Salad

If you have leftover chicken from last night's dinner, then this recipe is for you! This breakfast salad is bursting with flavor, protein, and all kinds of other good-for-you ingredients. Add a soft-boiled egg if you want to give it more of your breakfast favorites.

Get the recipe: grilled chicken strawberry poppy seed breakfast salad

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Tomato Farro Breakfast Salad With Egg
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Tomato Farro Breakfast Salad With Egg

Give your morning a protein-packed punch with a tomato farro salad with egg. It's chewy from the farro, sweet from roasted tomatoes, refreshing from the lemon vinaigrette, a little crunchy from the toasted pine nuts, and even better with an egg over easy on top.

Get the recipe: tomato farro breakfast salad with egg

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Crispy Avocado BLT Breakfast Salad
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Crispy Avocado BLT Breakfast Salad

With warm crispy avocado bites and as much bacon as you want, this salad will breathe life into your morning. Add a six-minute egg on top to make it a power-packed breakfast.

Get the recipe: crispy avocado BLT breakfast salad

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Melon and Cucumber Breakfast Salad With Mint Vinaigrette

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Melon and Cucumber Breakfast Salad With Mint Vinaigrette


Say good morning to melons! This breakfast salad is filled with all the fruit you could want, and then some. Add honeydew melon, cantaloupe, watermelon, and strawberries to make it the best salad your morning has ever seen.

Get the recipe: melon and cucumber breakfast salad with mint vinaigrette