10 Low-Carb Breakfasts That Help Fight Inflammation

10-Minute Spinach Omelet
Photo: Carson Downing

Inflammation has the ability to impact your health in a lot of unexpected ways. From stiff joints and digestive problems to high blood pressure, the symptoms of inflammation can definitely lead to discomfort if not managed. Luckily, these tasty breakfast recipes feature anti-inflammatory foods like avocado, leafy greens and berries to help you fight inflammation and feel your best. Plus each dish contains 14 grams or less of carbs per serving to help you meet your nutritional goals. Recipes like the savory Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese Omelet and Tuna & Avocado Sweet Potato Toast are flavorful and nutritious options to start your day.

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Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese Omelet

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The key to the best omelet is cooking the eggs over low heat so the curds set up nice and soft. A splash of milk in the eggs is added insurance to keep the salmon omelet from turning rubbery.

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10-Minute Spinach Omelet

10-Minute Spinach Omelet
Carson Downing

This delicious spinach omelet recipe is ready in just 10 minutes for a nutritious breakfast. Eggs and cheese help pack it with protein, while fresh dill boosts its flavor.

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Muffin-Tin Spinach & Mushroom Mini Quiches

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Earthy mushrooms and spinach pair nicely with rich and creamy Gruyère cheese in these easy vegetarian mini quiches.

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Avocado & Kale Omelet

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Here we pair fiber-packed kale with protein-rich eggs to make an easy breakfast that will keep you satisfied all morning long.

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Tuna & Avocado Sweet Potato Toast

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Sweet potatoes make a perfect canvas with this healthy “toast” recipe. It has a burst of savory flavor with pickled ginger, nori and sesame seeds. 

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Smoked Trout & Spinach Scrambled Eggs

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Elevate plain-Jane scrambled eggs with smoked trout and fresh spinach in this healthy breakfast recipe.

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Avocado & Smoked Salmon Omelet

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Stay full until lunch when you add this avocado and smoked salmon omelet to your morning routine. Plus it’s packed with healthy fat, which helps quash hunger, and the avocado's fiber helps you feel full longer.

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Rainbow Frittata

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This delicious frittata is loaded with heart-healthy, omega-3-enriched eggs and a medley of colorful vegetables. Topping it with avocado and grape tomatoes adds a touch of freshness.

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Skillet Eggs with Tomatillos & Spinach

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This breakfast skillet recipe features eggs cooked in a mixture of spinach, herbs and tomatillos. Garnish with a touch of harissa—a fiery chile paste—and dip some toasted whole-grain country bread into the jammy yolks.

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Feta, Egg & Spinach Breakfast Taco

a recipe photo of the Feta, Egg & Spinach Breakfast Taco

Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco

It doesn’t get easier than this 5-minute breakfast taco. Kale or arugula will work just as well as your leafy green if you don’t have spinach on hand. 

Medically reviewed by
Jessica Ball, M.S., RD
Jessica Ball
Jessica Ball, M.S., RD, is nutrition editor for EatingWell. She is a registered dietitian with a master's in food, nutrition and sustainability. In addition to EatingWell, her work has appeared in Food & WineReal SimpleParentsBetter Homes and Gardens and MyRecipes.
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