Protein is an essential element of your #optimalhealth diet! Recently, we discussed lean protein and the benefits and options to include it in your daily nutrition regimen. Today, we want to focus on some of our favorite lean protein breakfast ideas in order to fuel the morning and stay full until lunch. Some of these options are quick, on-the-go ideas, while some will require prep and may be best used for a slower weekend morning. Either way, armed with this list of recipes, you should have a great variety of options for lean protein breakfasts!
The incredible edible egg
Easy Egg Wraps – Skip the tortilla! Use your egg as the wrap for this incredibly portable protein breakfast!
Avocado Bacon and Eggs – Watch your fat intake on this day, but starting with such a satisfying breakfast is worth it!
Baked Zucchini Egg Nests – A great way to use up some of that summer bounty! Get a boost of vitamins with the added veggie!
Baked Spinach and Eggs – Topped with incredibly savory feta cheese, this is sure to become a favorite!
Quinoa to the rescue
Quinoa Avocado Breakfast Bowl – There isn’t anything we don’t love about the ingredients in this one!
5-Ingredient Quinoa Superfood Bowl – Only five ingredients, but wow, do they pack a nutritional punch!
Quinoa Breakfast Pudding – Yes, this is dessert for breakfast… without any sugar!
Quinoa Black Bean Wraps – Are you more of a savory breakfast person? This is your ticket.
Vegan Options
Easy Vegan Mexican Breakfast Burritos – This is another great grab-and-go option!
Banana Chai Smoothie Parfait – With a little bit of effort, this is a quick morning breakfast treat.
Overnight Vegan Oats – So many options! Give it a try!
High Protein Avocado Toast – We love this one. Roasted tomatoes, avocado… yum.
Have fun with these! Let us know what you try, what your favorites were, and if you have other lean protein breakfast favorites!