Do you every feel sluggish in the morning time? Need a cup of coffee (or three) to start feeling awake? You’re probably not eating enough in the morning time. Having a high protein breakfast is an important way to start the day. Protein is necessary for chemical reactions, expressing genes, regulating the immune system, and building muscle.
So having a breakfast packed with protein starts off your morning feeling full and satisfied, giving you an energy boost right off the bat.
As a registered dietitian, I recommend a high protein diet for many reasons, a few being managing blood sugar levels, having steady energy levels, aiding in weight loss, and building muscle. In my integrative health coaching program, I look at the whole person. Together, we dive into nutrition, movement, and lifestyle to build long-lasting results. Click here to read my client’s success stories.
Quick High Protein Breakfast Ideas (under 10 minutes)
- Microwave Breakfast Sandwich
- Microwave Breakfast Burrito
- Microwave Egg Bites
- Oatmeal (made with milk) + Protein Powder + Nuts/Seeds + Fruit
- Greek Yogurt + Granola + Nuts/Seeds + Fruit
- Oatmeal (made with milk) + Protein Powder + Nuts/Seeds + Fruit
- Oatmeal (made with milk) + Nut Butter + Nuts/Seeds + Fruit
- Oatmeal (made with milk) + Protein Powder + Nuts/Seeds + Fruit
- Protein Toaster Waffle + Nut Butter
- Protein Toaster Waffle + Nut Butter + Turkey Bacon
- Hard Boiled Eggs + Apple & Peanut Butter
- Hard Boiled Eggs + Turkey Bacon
- Cottage Cheese + Turkey Bacon
- Fruity Protein Shake
- Whole Whet Pita + Scrambled Eggs + Cheese + Spinach
- Bagel + Cream Cheese + Deli Meat + Spinach
Moderate High Protein Breakfast Ideas (15+ minutes)
- Homemade Breakfast Sandwich
- Homemade Breakfast Burrito
- Homemade Egg Bites
- Homemade Oat Balls (click here for my pumpkin spice protein ball recipe)
- Homemade Protein Muffins
- Homemade Protein Pancakes
- Homemade Protein Cookies
- Acaí Bowl (made with protein powder and nut butter)
- Tortilla + Avocado + Black Beans + Cheese + Salsa
- Egg + Ham Ommelette
- Overnight Oats
- Hash brown Casserole
- Bakes Salmon and Eggs
- Poached Eggs + Ham + Potatoes + Vegetables
- Bagel + Avocado + Lox
- Crispy Tofu + Sautéed Chickpeas + Vegetables