According to a survey that polled more than 14,000 people, the majority of Americans believe that breakfast is important (and nutritionists agree), yet only 34 percent of adults actually take the time to eat a morning meal. So where’s the disconnect?

It’s not often that anyone has an hour in the morning to spend whipping up a great big balanced breakfast. But a nutritious meal is possible even when time is a rare commodity. These recipes are designed for anyone with little time to fix a morning meal — or who prefers the snooze alarm to satisfying bites.

Starting your morning sitting down to a hot cup of joe and a fresh, homemade breakfast sandwich sounds pretty darn good, doesn’t it? But, come on, we’re all realists here, and we know the odds of this happening (especially on a weekday) are, well…. Let’s just say it doesn’t look so good.

Make this vegan french toast with fresh strawberries and dairy-free cream this weekend. It won't sabotage your diet, plus it looks gorgeous and tastes divine.

Amp up protein in the morning (and throughout the day). There are many high-quality protein options that you can enjoy in the morning to keep it interesting.

Avocado toast lovers rejoice! A new study found that people who eat breakfast on the reg are less likely to gain weight and belly fat.

Overview Are you cutting down on carbs? If you’re focused on building or maintaining muscle, you may be interested in upping protein rather than carbohydrates as the base of your breakfast. Plus, if you tend to overeat carbs later in the day, it can be a good idea to start with a low-carb breakfast. Whatever your reasons, you’ll love digging into any of these 10 tasty dishes. Each provides about 20 grams or less total carbohydrates. Eggs are definitely a mainstay of the carb-friendly breakfast, and you’ll find four intriguing egg options here. But you can keep your carbs in check without eggs by picking any of the other recipes, which range from savory yogurt preparations to vegan hash. 1.

Fast food breakfasts can be unhealthy, but they don't have to be. Use this guide to make smart choices when eating out.

Want a breakfast that's a breakfast of champions? One that is nourishing, easy to make and delicious? Reach for an abundance bowl. These one-bowl meals can be meatless or contain meat. They can also be served hot or cold. No matter your preference, they all generally follow a simple formula.

Decadently creamy and mildly sweet, avocado toast is incredibly easy to make: Slice or mash some avocado and spread it on a piece of toast. But don’t let the simplicity of this dish fool you.

Starting your day with a healthy breakfast kicks your metabolism into high gear, contributing to weight loss throughout the day.

When you need an on-the-go breakfast (and these days, when don't you?), a packaged bar is an obvious solution. No utensils needed, it's not messy, and you can eat one while driving, walking or in a packed subway car. “It wouldn't be my number one choice,” says Keri Gans, R.D., author of "The Small Change Diet,"