Lydia Fairmont

Lydia Fairmont
Lydia Fairmont
Breakfast Dishes and Make-Ahead Meals

Lydia Fairmont, breakfast and lunch curator – easy breakfasts, light lunches and make-ahead meals.

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Lydia Fairmont's recipes start with the morning meal. Most of her collection sits in Breakfast: egg quesadillas, potato-crusted quiche, French toast casserole, apple muffins, oat bars and no-bake granola snacks. A smaller group covers Lunch, with bowls, pasta salads and dips that suit packing and reheating, plus a handful of desserts and dinners.

What ties her recipes together is planning ahead. Many can be made in one batch and eaten over several days: chocolate peanut butter oatmeal bars, Greek chicken bowls, tuna pasta salad, a honey lime fruit salad. Others are quick enough to make on a rushed weekday, such as a Greek yogurt ranch dip in 5 minutes or a grain bowl in 30. Ingredient lists lean on everyday pantry staples like oats, eggs, yogurt, fruit, rice and lemon, so there is little to hunt down before you start cooking.

Browse her recipes to find a breakfast for tomorrow, a lunch to prepare on Sunday, or a snack to keep in the fridge for the week.

Latest recipes:

Fresh Rice Paper Wraps in 22 Minutes

Rice Paper Wraps

4.33 (6 Ratings)

Want to make Rice Paper Wraps? Slice your carrots and cucumber into thin julienned strips to ensure the wrappers stay intact and don't tear during assembly.

Hootenanny Giant Puffed Pancake

Giant Puffed Pancake

4.33 (9 Ratings)

Golden and airy Hootenanny The Classic Giant Puffed Pancake. A searing hot cast iron pan creates the necessary steam driven lift.

Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip with Fresh Chives

Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip

4.83 (6 Ratings)

Store-bought dips often contain heavy mayo. This Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip uses a protein-rich base and ranch seasoning powder to keep it light and tangy.

Apple Walnut Crumb Muffins with Cinnamon Streusel

Apple Walnut Muffins

4.00 (1 Ratings)

Ready in 32 min, these Apple Walnut Muffins are a great morning treat. See why the texture works with Greek yogurt for a tender, moist result.

Fragrant Vanilla Apple Muffins

Vanilla Apple Muffins

4.75 (4 Ratings)

Soft, fragrant treats for a busy morning: Vanilla Apple Muffins. This guide includes the trick to high tops for a bakery-style look at home.

Bakery-Style Jumbo Apple Muffins

Apple Muffins in 40 Minutes

5.00 (1 Ratings)

Fresh diced apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon make these Apple Muffins. Our recipe quick specs guide you to a finished batch in 40 minutes.

Apple Pecan Muffins with Buttermilk Streusel

Apple Pecan Muffins

Use a reaction between buttermilk and baking soda for these Apple Pecan Muffins. This guide includes a breakdown of why this recipe works in 38 minutes.

Cinnamon Apple Muffins with a Crisp Crust

Cinnamon Apple Muffins

4.40 (5 Ratings)

Cinnamon Apple Muffins with a bakery-style height. This guide includes a clear section on how to make it for great results. Ready in just 37 minutes.

Apple Cinnamon Muffins: High Bakery Tops

Apple Muffins Recipe

4.25 (4 Ratings)

Many homemade muffins turn out flat or dry. This Apple Muffins Recipe uses a temperature drop for high tops and includes an ingredient substitution table.

Quick Healthy Grain Bowl with Chicken

Quick Healthy Grain Bowl

4.33 (3 Ratings)

Searing chicken and simmering quinoa makes this Quick Healthy Grain Bowl. We break down the main steps in this 30 minute Mediterranean meal.

Easy Avocado Toast with Sourdough

Avocado Toast in 7 Minutes

4.50 (6 Ratings)

Want a better Avocado Toast for breakfast? Use a fat barrier to prevent sogging, and check our ingredient swap table for the best nutritional options.

Fresh Avocado Tomato Salad

Avocado Tomato Salad

4.50 (2 Ratings)

Want a bright Avocado Tomato Salad that stays green? Use a citric acid shield and follow the tips in the Making The Salad section for fresh results.

Pan Con Tomate: Crisp Tomato Bread

Crispy Tomato Bread

4.67 (6 Ratings)

A crisp, garlic-infused base topped with fresh pulp makes this Tomato Bread. See the step-by-step process to make this Pan con Tomate at home.

10-Minute Crispy Rice Paper Omelette

Rice Paper Omelette

4.80 (5 Ratings)

This Rice Paper Omelette is a high protein start to your day. Try this Crispy Rice Paper Omelette Recipe with our budget swap table. Ready in 10 minutes.

Crispy Rice Paper Breakfast Roll with Bacon and Egg

Crispy Rice Paper Breakfast Roll

4.50 (4 Ratings)

This Crispy Rice Paper Breakfast Roll is a savory, energizing start. Use our rice paper egg wrap air fryer method and budget swap table. Ready in 25 minutes.

High Protein Rice Paper Rolls with Chicken

Rice Paper Rolls

5.00 (3 Ratings)

These Rice Paper Rolls are packed with flavor. Try our High Protein Rice Paper Rolls for weight loss with a budget swap table. Ready in 30 minutes.

Healthy Rice Paper Rolls: Fresh and Crisp

Rice Paper Rolls

These Rice Paper Rolls are a refreshing choice. Find low calorie rice paper rolls and fresh rice paper roll fillings here. Includes a budget swap table.

Vegetarian Summer Rolls with Rice Vermicelli

Vegetarian Summer Rolls

4.67 (3 Ratings)

Vegetarian Summer Rolls provide plant energy. This rice paper summer rolls recipe is a vegan win. Includes a budget swap table. Ready in 20 minutes.

Vegan Tofu Summer Rolls with Peanut Sauce

Tofu Summer Rolls

5.00 (2 Ratings)

Tofu Summer Rolls packed with protein and fresh greens. These vegan tofu rice paper rolls feature peanut sauce. Includes a budget swap table. Ready in 50 min.

Authentic Fresh Vietnamese Spring Rolls

Vietnamese Spring Rolls

These Vietnamese Spring Rolls are light and crisp. Use our fresh rice paper roll recipes and budget swap table for easy protein options. Ready in 30 minutes.

Sweet Salty Trail Mix: Energizing and Nutty

Sweet Salty Trail Mix

4.67 (6 Ratings)

This Sweet Salty Trail Mix is a powerhouse snack. Try our homemade snack mix recipes for energy, featuring a serving size calculator. Ready in 10 minutes!

Healthy Beach Snack Mix: Energizing and Nutritious

Healthy Beach Snack Mix

4.50 (6 Ratings)

This Healthy Beach Snack Mix pairs plant proteins with slow-release carbs. Try these homemade snack mix recipes with our budget swap table. Ready in 10 min!

Honey Lime Fruit Salad: Zesty and Vibrant

Honey Lime Fruit Salad

4.00 (1 Ratings)

This Honey Lime Fruit Salad features a zesty Honey Lime Fruit Salad Dressing. Use our common mistakes checklist for the best results in just 20 minutes.