Hosting an Easter brunch this year? Whether it’s for family, friends, or a cosy get-together at home, you can celebrate with food that’s delicious, festive, and good for your body too. These healthy Easter brunch ideas are packed with fresh ingredients, beautiful colours, and feel-good flavour—minus the food coma.
Here are five simple, crowd-pleasing recipes to make your brunch spread both nourishing and memorable.
1. Spring Vegetable Frittata
Why it’s great: Loaded with fibre, protein, and spring greens. Plus, it’s easy to prep in advance.
Ingredients:
6 eggs
1/4 cup milk (or oat milk)
1/2 cup chopped asparagus
1/2 cup baby spinach
1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup red onions, finely sliced
Salt, pepper, olive oil
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 180°C.
Sauté onions and vegetables lightly in olive oil.
Beat eggs with milk, salt and pepper.
Pour eggs into a greased baking dish, add sautéed veggies.
Bake for 20–25 mins or until set and golden.
2. Avocado Toast Bar
Why it’s great: Interactive, customisable, and packed with healthy fats and fibre.
Ingredients:
Wholegrain or sourdough bread, toasted
2–3 ripe avocados, mashed with lemon juice
Toppings: cherry tomatoes, sliced radish, feta, microgreens, smoked salmon, boiled eggs, chilli flakes
Instructions:Set up a toast station where guests can build their own combos. A big hit for any brunch crowd!
3. Berry Chia Pudding Cups
Why it’s great: Naturally sweet, rich in antioxidants and omega-3s, and looks stunning in glasses or jars.
Ingredients:
1/2 cup chia seeds
2 cups almond or oat milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
Mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
Granola (optional)
Instructions:
Mix chia seeds, milk, vanilla, and sweetener in a bowl.
Chill for 4 hours or overnight.
Layer with berries and granola in jars before serving.
4. Rainbow Quinoa Salad with Lemon Dressing
Why it’s great: Full of colourful veggies and protein-rich quinoa—a perfect balance to heavier dishes.
Ingredients:
1 cup cooked quinoa
1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup cucumber, diced
1/4 cup corn kernels
2 tbsp red onion, minced
2 tbsp parsley or coriander
Dressing: Juice of 1 lemon, olive oil, salt, pepper, Dijon mustard
Instructions:Mix all ingredients in a bowl. Toss with dressing. Chill before serving.
5. Carrot Cake Energy Balls
Why it’s great: A wholesome twist on Easter dessert! Naturally sweetened and super satisfying.
Ingredients:
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup grated carrot
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup desiccated coconut
1/4 cup almond butter
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tbsp maple syrup
Instructions:
Combine all ingredients in a food processor.
Roll into bite-sized balls.
Chill for 30 mins before serving.
Final Thoughts
Easter brunch doesn’t have to be a sugar-laden spread. With these healthy, wholesome recipes, you can enjoy a festive celebration that nourishes everyone at the table. Plus, they’re simple enough to prepare ahead—so you get to enjoy the day too.
Images: Envato
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