20 Best High-Protein Breakfast Recipes

ByRita Sanders

Avocado and Egg Breakfast Bowl

This creamy and nutritious breakfast bowl is packed with protein and flavor, making it a perfect start to your day.

Ingredients:

  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

  1. Halve the avocado, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl.
  2. Add lime juice, salt, and pepper, and mash until smooth.
  3. In a pan, cook the eggs to your liking (poached, scrambled, or fried).
  4. Assemble the bowl with the mashed avocado, cooked eggs, cherry tomatoes, and black beans.
  5. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Greek Yogurt Parfait with Nuts and Seeds

Elevate your morning with this delicious parfait that's rich in protein and loaded with crunchy nuts and seeds.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup granola
  • 2 tablespoons mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, etc.)
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 tablespoon honey

Cooking method:

  1. In a glass, layer half of the Greek yogurt.
  2. Add a layer of granola, followed by nuts and chia seeds.
  3. Repeat the layers with the remaining yogurt and toppings.
  4. Drizzle with honey and serve chilled.

Quinoa and Spinach Breakfast Skillet

This hearty breakfast skillet combines quinoa and spinach for a protein-rich meal that will keep you energized all morning.

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

  1. In a skillet, sauté spinach until wilted.
  2. Add cooked quinoa to the skillet and mix well.
  3. Create two wells in the mixture and crack an egg into each.
  4. Cover and cook until eggs are set to your preference.
  5. Sprinkle with feta cheese, salt, and pepper before serving.

Cottage Cheese and Berry Smoothie

Boost your morning routine with this refreshing smoothie that's packed with protein from cottage cheese and antioxidants from berries.

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
  • 1 banana
  • 1 cup almond milk
  • 1 tablespoon honey

Cooking method:

  1. In a blender, combine cottage cheese, mixed berries, banana, and almond milk.
  2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Sweeten with honey to taste.
  4. Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.

Chicken and Spinach Omelette

A delightful protein-rich omelette that combines tender chicken and fresh spinach for a savory breakfast treat.

Ingredients:

  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup cooked chicken breast, diced
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

  1. Beat the eggs in a bowl and season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a non-stick skillet, cook spinach until wilted.
  3. Add the diced chicken and mix well.
  4. Pour the beaten eggs over the chicken and spinach.
  5. Cook until the eggs are set, then sprinkle with cheese and fold the omelette.

Tofu Scramble with Veggies

Enjoy a plant-based, protein-rich breakfast with this flavorful tofu scramble filled with colorful vegetables.

Ingredients:

  • 1 block firm tofu, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced
  • 1/4 cup onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

  1. In a skillet, sauté onion and bell peppers until soft.
  2. Add crumbled tofu to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper.
  4. Serve warm with toast or as a filling in a wrap.

Chia Seed Pudding with Almonds

Indulge in a creamy, protein-packed chia seed pudding topped with crunchy almonds for a satisfying breakfast.

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup chia seeds
  • 1 cup almond milk
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cooking method:

  1. In a bowl, mix chia seeds, almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
  2. Stir well and refrigerate overnight.
  3. In the morning, stir again and top with sliced almonds before serving.

Peanut Butter Banana Toast

This quick and nutritious breakfast pairs the classic flavors of peanut butter and banana on a crisp toast.

Ingredients:

  • 2 slices whole grain bread
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 1 banana, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon chia seeds

Cooking method:

  1. Toast the bread slices to your desired level of crispiness.
  2. Spread peanut butter evenly over each slice.
  3. Top with banana slices and sprinkle with chia seeds before serving.

Smoked Salmon and Egg Bagel

A luxurious and protein-rich breakfast featuring smoked salmon and eggs, perfect for a special morning.

Ingredients:

  • 1 whole grain bagel
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 ounces smoked salmon
  • 1/4 avocado, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon cream cheese

Cooking method:

  1. Toast the bagel halves.
  2. Spread cream cheese on each half.
  3. Top with smoked salmon, avocado slices, and cooked eggs of your choice.
  4. Assemble and enjoy immediately.

Lentil and Sweet Potato Hash

A savory breakfast hash combining protein-packed lentils with sweet potatoes for a hearty meal.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup canned lentils, drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium sweet potato, diced
  • 1/4 cup bell peppers, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

  1. In a skillet, sauté sweet potato and bell peppers until tender.
  2. Add lentils, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cook until everything is heated through.
  4. Serve hot, optionally topped with a fried egg.

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