Healthy fast food breakfasts sound like some kind of mean oxymoron.  That said, it’s easier to get them now than it has ever been before. Whether you travel for work, head out on road trips a lot, or simply don’t have time for anything but the drive-thru window in the morning, knowing your best options can help to ensure you’re starting your day right.

Choosing Healthy Fast Food Breakfasts on the Go

The next time you find yourself contemplating your morning meal options at the quick service counter, think about these healthy fast food breakfasts.

McDonald’s

• Breakfast Sandwiches – At a reasonable 250 to 290 calories, the Egg White Delight and the Egg McMuffin also hand over a decent 17 grams of hunger-busting protein. Choose a side of apple slices to complete your nutrient balance and your healthy fast food breakfasts order.
• Oatmeal – If you have a taste for something sweeter than a sandwich, then the McDonald’s Frit and Maple oatmeal is a decent 310 calories. If you want something a little earthier and love that taste of whole grain oatmeal, then simply request a plain oatmeal instead, slashing 100 calories right off the top.

Starbucks

• Oatmeal – Just like McDonald’s, Starbucks has sweetened and unsweetened offerings in the oatmeal category. Go for the Classic Whole Grain Oatmeal for 160 calories, the Hearty Blueberry Oatmeal for 220 calories, or the dark chocolate and caramelized banana oatmeal for 330 calories.
• Bistro Box – This option offers finger foods that are convenient and delicious while being some great options as healthy fast food breakfasts. The Protein Bistro Box contains grapes, apple slices, a hard boiled egg, white cheddar cheese, a small whole grain roll, and peanut butter. The whole thing comes to a respectable 370 calories.
• Wraps and Sandwiches – There are typically 3 breakfast wrap and sandwich options at Starbucks that contain 300 calories or less. The Reduced Fat Turkey and Egg White Breakfast Sandwich is 230 calories, while the Spinach, Feta and Egg White Wrap is 290. The Egg and Cheddar Breakfast Sandwich is just 280 calories.

Taco Bell

• Breakfast Tacos – That’s right, there are tacos among the healthy fast food breakfasts you can order. The Egg and Cheese Breakfast Taco is definitely your best Taco Bell option.  It features egg and cheese on a soft flour tortilla for only 170 calories.  Even if you decide to splurge and get two, you’ll still have only 340 calories.
• Mini Skillet Bowl – This option is only 180 calories and contains egg and potatoes.  To boost the protein in your meal, it’s a good idea to double your eggs, boosting the calories by only about 100, but making it much more satisfying.