Breakfast is the most important meal of the day as it sets your mood for the rest of the day, boosts your metabolism and provides all essential proteins, vitamins, minerals and nutrients for the proper functioning of the body at the start of the day. A nutritious breakfast is crucial for ones maintaining optimal health and there are simple ways to incorporate it into your daily routine where the best breakfast trends for 2023 will be influenced by a variety of factors and will change rapidly.
In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Sheetal Saxena, Founder of Athyeka, revealed, “The contents of the breakfast meal matter, but so does the timing. Eating a hearty breakfast is the finest way to kick start your day on the right note and it looks like the breakfast trend will become even more delightful in 2023. In recent years, new breakfast trends have emerged that centre around healthier, more wholesome ingredients like grains, nuts, and fruits. These trends have caused a shift away from traditional breakfast items like bacon and eggs. However, South Indian breakfast has its own specialty. It is one of the healthiest breakfast options one can opt for. From the popular idli, dosa, and uttapam dishes to the unique and flavourful sambhar, chutney, and Upma, South Indian food is becoming a popular choice for breakfast.”
She explained, “Its light and healthy ingredients, combined with its unique flavours, make South Indian food a great option for those looking for a nutritious and delicious start to their day. Along with South Indian dishes, filter coffee is definitely on the rise and becoming the go-to morning beverage to end the meal with. Not only are these dishes and beverages packed with flavours but they also provide the necessary fuel to get through the morning. Eating a nutritious breakfast has been linked to improved concentration, better performance at work, and a healthier lifestyle. We’re excited to see what else 2023 brings when it comes to breakfast trends!”
According to Anshi Saxena, Co-Founder of Colocal, breakfast trends this year will lean towards healthier options and fresher ingredients. She shared, “People are more aware of what food provides what nutrition and therefore, they are choosing foods as per its nutritional value as much as how good they taste. Freshly baked multigrain, wheat, sourdough breads are becoming more popular. Eggs remain a favourite. Salads have become a staple. Protein rich foods such as homemade peanut butter, antioxidant rich chocolate spreads and homemade granola have become go to breakfast options of the youth. Vegan milks options and smoothies made with fresh fruits and vegetables are also what patrons prefer these days.”
Elaborating upon the same, Dr Shruti Malik, Founder of Anardana, highlighted, “One trend that has been on the rise in recent years is the popularity of plant-based alternatives to traditional breakfast foods. This includes plant-based alternatives to meat, another trend that has been growing in popularity is the use of ancient grains in breakfast foods. Ancient grains like quinoa, millet, and amaranth are nutrient-dense and can be used to make everything from hot cereals to salads. One great example is quinoa beetroot salad that Anardana serves at all locations. Another trend that has been growing in popularity is the focus on high-protein breakfast options to keep people full and energized throughout the morning. Health and sustainable ingredients are still going to be important for 2023. As always, the restaurant industry is a constantly evolving and changing, so it’s likely that new and exciting breakfast trends like these will emerge in the coming year.”
Amarnath Halember, Executive Director and CEO at NextG Apex India Pvt Ltd advised, “Firstly, people should stop skipping breakfast. It is well-known that, people tend to skip breakfast due to their packed morning schedules. It can increase the risk of obesity, and irregular blood sugar levels and defocus you. As times are changing, even breakfast trends are evolving. If you cannot give much of your time to preparing breakfast, on-the-go breakfast options are always a good choice. Breakfast options such as muesli, cornflakes, oats, bread-peanut butter, etc., are among the healthiest options. Neither of these options requires much of your time, nor is unhealthy.”
He suggested, “Instead of skipping breakfast, delight in such options that fulfil your nutritional needs while serving your taste buds. Breakfast paves a way to a healthy life. Whilst it helps improving overall health, it also boosts muscle gain, reduces vulnerability to frequent illness and controls weight gain. Consuming heavy breakfast reduces the chances of having unwanted junk food craving. Remember, after a whole night, breakfast is the key energy source for your body to work throughout the day. So, never skip your breakfast.”
