Here are some high-protein breakfast ideas, each providing 30 grams or more of protein:
Greek Yogurt Parfait:
1 cup Greek yogurt (20g protein)
1/4 cup granola (5g protein)
1/2 cup mixed berries
1 tablespoon chia seeds (2g protein)
1 tablespoon almond butter (3g protein)
Total: 30g+ protein
Egg and Veggie Scramble:
4 large eggs (24g protein)
1/2 cup chopped bell peppers and spinach (2g protein)
1/4 cup shredded cheese ( 4g protein)
Total: 30g+ protein
Protein Smoothie:
1 scoop protein powder (20g protein)
1 cup milk (8g protein)
1/2 banana
1 tablespoon peanut butter (4g protein)
Total: 32g+ protein
Cottage Cheese and Fruit Bowl:
1 cup cottage cheese (28g protein)
1/2 cup pineapple chunks
1 tablespoon chia seeds (2g protein)
Total: 30g protein
Turkey Sausage and Eggs:
3 turkey sausage links (18g protein)
2 large eggs (12g protein)
Total: 30g protein
Smoked Salmon and Avocado Toast:
2 slices whole grain bread (6g protein)
3 ounces smoked salmon (16g protein)
1/2 avocado
1 tablespoon cream cheese (2g protein)
1 egg (6g protein)
Total: 30g+ protein
Overnight Oats:
1/2 cup rolled oats (5g protein)
1 cup Greek yogurt (20g protein)
1 tablespoon chia seeds (2g protein)
1/2 cup almond milk (1g protein)
1 tablespoon almond butter (3g protein)
Total: 31g protein
Chicken and Veggie Breakfast Bowl:
4 ounces grilled chicken breast (28g protein)
1/2 cup quinoa (4g protein)
1/2 cup sauteed spinach and bell peppers (2g protein)
Total: 34g protein
These breakfasts not only offer a substantial amount of protein but also provide a good balance of other nutrients to help start your day off right.
