Fresh, vibrant, and packed with protein, this breakfast salad with greens and eggs is the perfect way to start your day. Crisp leafy greens, crunchy bacon, and a perfectly cooked egg come together with a zesty dressing for a light yet satisfying meal. Whether you're looking for a nutritious breakfast or just want to switch things up from the usual morning routine, this salad delivers on flavor, texture, and nourishment—all in under 30 minutes!
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Why Readers Love This Recipe
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This salad has a breakfast taste to it. The easiest part was prepping enough ingredients so that I could easily make it for a few days in a row. My mornings are busy so having a great breakfast that fuels me is essential. If you’re hesitant just give it a try.
~Felicia
What is a Breakfast Salad?
When I first established a realistic goal to eat more vegetables, I switched up my breakfast routine and added a salad to the meal. Breakfast doesn't have to be loaded with sugar and piled high with pancakes, waffles, and French toast.
Breakfast is simply the meal you eat in the morning and it can be anything. In fact, the meaning of breakfast is to "break the fast." It's the meal that breaks the fast from the previous/night day.
In order for me to meet my veggies goal and for it to be realistic I added salads to my morning routine because that way, if anything comes up throughout the day, that throws off my routine (the need to order takeout because I'm too tired to cook, last minute dinner plans, etc), I've already accomplished most of the goal with the first meal.
This mindset is also what I apply to my morning workouts. It's always best for me to get it done first thing and out of the way.
What Type of Salad Dressing to Use
This salad is versatile and any dressing you like will work. I like to pair it with low sugar salad dressing. The flavor pairs wonderfully with the bacon and strawberries.
How to Make the Bacon
I love to make it using my Air Fryer Bacon recipe. It's crispy, crunchy, and ready in minutes!
How to Make the Eggs
I like to use my Air Fryer Eggs or Instant Pot Boiled Eggs recipes.
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More Toppings Ideas
Switch things up to suit your liking!
- Olives
- Goat Cheese
- Croutons
- Dried Fruit
- Pecans
- Peanuts
- Sunflower Seeds
- Hemp Seeds
- Broccoli Sprouts
How to Make Salad Ahead of Time
Greens and produce will become bad due to moisture. If you want to keep your produce alive and crisp you will need to make sure it's fully dried, not damp and stored in an air-tight container. These mason jars work great.
Always store your dressings separate from the produce. These portable salad dressing containers work great.
More Salad Recipes
More of my favorite salads.
Green Goddess Cobb Salad
Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad
Southern Potato Salad
Instant Pot Potato Salad
Keto Low Carb Coleslaw
Keto Low Carb Cauliflower Potato Salad
Keto Low Carb Broccoli Salad
Keto Low Carb Egg Salad
Easy Spaghetti Salad
Creamy Cucumber Salad
Southern Macaroni Salad
Southern Coleslaw
Southwest Salad Recipe
More Breakfast Recipes
Reader favorite dishes!
Crab and Shrimp Quiche
Sweet Potato Avocado Toast
Low Carb Bacon Egg Cheese Casserole
Roasted Ranch Potatoes
Air Fryer French Toast Sticks
Air Fryer Sausage
Taco Bell Breakfast Crunchwrap
Pair this with Air Fryer Croutons.
Breakfast Salad with Greens and Eggs
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh baby spinach
- 2 cups fresh mixed greens
- 2 slices cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1 hard boiled egg Sliced in half
- ¼ cup sliced strawberries
- 1 tablespoon pomegranate seeds
- 1 tablespoon chopped almonds
- 1 tablespoon crumbled feta cheese
- Salad Dressing
Nutrition
Nutrition Data
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Dia says
Love this recipe and the concept of having salad for breakfast! I fried an egg (bc I didn't have enough time to boil an egg this morning) and used Green Goddess dressing (bc I couldn't find Dreamy Italian at my grocery store) and this salad was BOMB! This recipe is quick, easy, and delish! Thanks Brandi!
staysnatched says
Yay! You're welcome!
Felicia says
I finally started making breakfast salads. Posting my review so that we will get more salad recipes!
I like to eat salads but I don’t like to make them. At home I can never seem to make a restaurant-style salad on my own if you know what I mean. I saw Brandi posting this daily and thought ok I’m going to try this one. I was hesitant because to be honest I like breakfast with breakfast-type foods. However as usual Brandi didn’t disappoint. This salad has a breakfast taste to it. The easiest part was prepping enough ingredients so that I could easily make it for a few days in a row. My mornings are busy so having a great breakfast that fuels me is essential. If you’re hesitant just give it a try—then come write your review.
Thanks for a great recipe!
staysnatched says
haha I love that. Thank you.
Jill says
This salad is great for lunches on a hot summer day. I love the crunchiness from the bacon.
staysnatched says
Bacon is so great on salads!
Jayda R says
So I love salads but I never understood how people eat salads at breakfast. I made this today and was immediately sorry I’ve been so judgmental 😩 so good and such a good way to start your day right!
staysnatched says
I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Betsy C says
This breakfast salad is brilliant! I made one today last night for breakfast this morning at work and it was great! I will definitely be making this often!
staysnatched says
That's so good to hear.
Antoinece says
I have never been a traditional breakfast person but this changed the game for me and helps me start my day off with some greens!!!
staysnatched says
SUch a great feeling!
Kristin says
Great way to switch up what I eat for breakfast! Definitely going to add this salad to my weekly rotation!
staysnatched says
Glad it’s in the rotation.
shauna says
Really good idea to have this for breakfast. I subbed arugula for baby spinach and it was great.
staysnatched says
I love argulua.
Kristin says
I've made this recipe many times because it is soooo good! Pay attention to the "more toppings ideas" to add some variety to this healthy breakfast throughout the week.
staysnatched says
I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Ty Simpson says
I’ve been looking for ways to get more veggies and fruits into my daily meals and this is perfect! Bacon, eggs and all the good stuff. It’s also easy to make swaps or use different produce (I like adding some avocado or chickpeas) you can also make whatever kind of eggs you like to make it your own. Quick and delicious!
staysnatched says
You're so right about that! So easy to mix and match ingredients.
Ashley says
Just prepped this salad for the week and of course I had to taste test. This salad does not disappoint any time of the day! Looking forward to enjoying this salad all week!
staysnatched says
Glad to hear you will enjoy it all week.
Kristen Cosentino says
Absolutely delicious salad for breakfast! I couldn’t find the primal kitchen dreamy Italian at the stores near me so I got their green goddess dressing instead. AMAZING!
staysnatched says
That's my favorite one!
Ma'Kayla D. says
This is SO good! I’ve slept on this as a meal prep breakfast option. Quick prep, no mess, and full of flavor.
staysnatched says
I’m glad you enjoyed it!