Matcha Morning & Mini Onigiri
A breakfast made from what we had, and what we actually wanted.
Some mornings, you just must keep it simple. This was simple for us.
My breakfast was roti with cabbage, mustard, and turkey sausage, paired with mango and coconut yogurt with cinnamon and cardamom, kind of a deconstructed mango lassi situation. And a matcha latte with plant-based milk.
My toddler had turkey sausage too, along with salmon and seaweed onigiri, grapes, and mashed mango. Nothing fancy, just breakfast that worked for both of us.
How to Adapt This Meal
For extra protein:
Add scrambled or boiled eggs.
Stir chia seeds or hemp hearts into the yogurt.
For more veggies:
Add spinach, peppers, or tomatoes inside the roti.
Serve cucumber or avocado slices on the side.
To adjust for allergies or preferences:
Dairy-free: stick with coconut or oat-based yogurt.
Gluten-free: swap roti for GF flatbread or rice paper rolls.
Fish-free: replace salmon onigiri with tofu or bean versions.
Kid-friendly:
Keep textures soft (mashed fruit, bite-sized onigiri).
Offer yogurt or fruit first if patience is short.
Balance tip:
This breakfast hits all the bases: protein, fiber, and gentle spice for warmth. The mango yogurt adds a bright, cozy touch that makes the morning feel special.