High Protein Breakfast Ideas for Vegans, Vegetarians, & Omnivores

What if I told you that adding more protein to your breakfast could help keep you alert, energized, satiated, and less likely to overeat later in the day? Would you be game to try? If so, check out the infographic below for a list of high-protein breakfast ideas to start your day, whether you’re a vegan, vegetarian, or omnivore! P.S. They’re all gluten-free!

High Protein Breakfast Ideas

More Healthy & Delicious Ways to Boost Your Breakfast with Protein…

• Add Protein to Smoothies. Boost your smoothies with whey protein, egg white protein, vegan protein powder, tofu, beans, seeds, nuts, and nut butters. Frozen lentils in smoothies are super nourishing, too!
• Make a Parfait. Greek yogurt or cottage cheese with fruit are quick and easy breakfast ideas. Stir in some nuts or seeds to boost fiber too!
• High-Protein Pancakes. Add protein powder of your choice, plus nuts and/or seeds to pancake and waffle batter. Try my yummy protein pancakes with cottage cheese!
• Get Scrambled. Scramble eggs or tofu and top with sauteed veggies, plus cheese or vegan cheese. You can even eat them out of a jar!
• Tacos, Tacos, Tacos! How about a breakfast taco with/ refried beans, an egg or tofu, and salsa? Yes, please!
• Power Up Your Oats. Stir Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, and nuts or nut butter into your oatmeal- like this yummy Chia Oatmeal Maple Pumpkin Peanut Butter Power Bowl.
• Add Bread. Make a breakfast “sandwich” with a poached egg, a slice of ham, tomato, and avocado. Serve it open-faced on your favorite bread. This Avocado Toast with Rosemary Lentil Mushrooms is AMAZING!
• Want even more ideas??? Check out my healthy breakfast recipes on Pinterest!

Read More About The Benefits of Eating Protein at Breakfast…

• Protein-Rich Breakfasts Prevent Unhealthy Snacking in the Evening
• Moderate Amount of Protein Per Meal Found Best for Building Muscle