Sick of starting your day with eggs? We get it. There are only so many ways you can scramble, fry, or bake them before breakfast gets boring. Luckily, there’s a whole world of high-protein breakfasts that don’t involve cracking a single egg. From savory to sweet, these protein-packed options will keep you full and happy without the egg overload.
Smoked Salmon BLAT
Take a BLT and level it up with smoked salmon and avocado. This high-protein breakfast is as satisfying as it is flavorful, great for a more filling meal.
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Sweet Potato Turkey Patties
These sweet potato turkey patties are a great high-protein option for breakfast or lunch. Serve them in a sandwich or on a salad for a balanced meal.
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Chicken Sausage Breakfast Tostadas
A protein-packed breakfast tostada featuring chicken sausage, optional scrambled eggs, refried beans, and fresh toppings like avocado and cotija. Easy to make and loaded with flavor.
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Ground Chicken Sausage Patties
These homemade chicken sausage patties are packed with protein and super simple to make. A great breakfast option that outshines anything from the store.
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Perfect Protein Pancakes
These pancakes have 30 grams of protein per serving, making them a perfect blank canvas to top with fruit, nut butter, or syrup for a high-protein breakfast.
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Brisket Hash
Leftover brisket? Turn it into this brisket hash with beans, sweet potatoes, and an optional fried egg on top. A hearty, protein-packed breakfast that’s perfect for using up leftovers.
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Pumpkin Protein Pancakes
Pumpkin protein pancakes are perfect for fall, with 19 grams of protein per serving. They’re a simple way to enjoy a hearty, seasonal breakfast.
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High Protein Oatmeal
This high-protein oatmeal is a great way to kickstart your morning. With protein powder and add-ins like chia seeds or nut butter, it’s easy to customize and packs in some serious protein.
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Silken Tofu Breakfast Scramble
A 10-minute silken tofu scramble that’s packed with protein. A quick, egg-free option that’s light and full of flavor, perfect for busy mornings.
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Protein Powder Pancakes
These protein pancakes are fluffy, loaded with protein, and ready in just 15 minutes. Thanks to cottage cheese, you’ll get a great texture without any weird aftertaste.
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Easy Bacon and Cheese Turnovers
Bacon, cheese, and protein all wrapped in a turnover. With just five ingredients and a quick prep time, these turnovers are a savory breakfast you can make without a fuss.
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Savory Cottage Cheese Bowl
This savory cottage cheese bowl packs 20 grams of protein into a simple breakfast. Top it with your favorite veggies and you’ve got a protein-packed meal ready in no time.
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Tofu Scramble Sandwich
A great grab-and-go option, this tofu scramble sandwich is high in protein and super easy to make. Perfect for meal prep or a big weekend breakfast.
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Chickpea Flour Omelette
This chickpea flour omelette brings the protein without any eggs. It’s vegan-friendly, packed with nutritional yeast, and just as filling as its eggy counterpart.
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Salmon Bagel
Smoked salmon on a bagel with cream cheese and veggies. It’s easy, loaded with protein, and can be made exactly the way you like it. A perfect breakfast or lunch option.
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White Bean Avocado Toast
Fresh, protein-rich, and made in minutes, this white bean avocado toast is a solid choice when you need a quick breakfast or snack that keeps you going.
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Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats
Get your pumpkin fix with these protein-packed overnight oats. Full of oats, pumpkin, and spices, they’re an easy breakfast that hits the right fall vibes.
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High Protein Tofu Scramble
This tofu scramble is a high-protein option that can be customized to your liking. Simple, nutritious, and perfect for a quick, healthy breakfast.
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Greek Yogurt & Peanut Butter Bowl
Greek yogurt mixed with peanut butter and whey protein makes for a great high-protein breakfast or snack. It’s quick to make and keeps you full longer.
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Healthy Air Fryer Granola
This air fryer granola is ready in just 10 minutes and loaded with protein. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack when you need something quick and easy.
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5 Ingredient Protein Oat Bars
A no-nonsense, five-ingredient protein oat bar that’s sweetened with maple syrup and great for a quick snack or breakfast on the go.
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Almond Butter Smoothie
This almond butter smoothie is packed with protein and healthy fats, perfect for a quick breakfast when you’re short on time but need something filling.
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Peanut Butter Banana Bread
This peanut butter banana bread combines the protein from peanut butter powder with the sweetness of bananas. A great way to enjoy a protein-packed breakfast with a light, moist texture.
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Peanut Butter Cottage Cheese Toast with Fresh Berries
A quick, protein-heavy breakfast, this toast combines peanut butter, cottage cheese, and fresh berries for a great mix of creamy, crunchy, and sweet.
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High Protein McGriddle Bites
These McGriddle Bites combine savory sausage, melted cheddar, and sweet maple syrup into a protein-packed, portable breakfast. They’re like your favorite fast-food breakfast but better.
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Protein Rice Pudding
A classic rice pudding with a high-protein twist, thanks to liquid whey protein and almond butter. Great for a breakfast that feels like a treat while still packing in the protein.
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Easy Keto Porridge Recipe
This keto porridge is a low-carb, protein-packed option for breakfast. Creamy, filling, and simple to make, it’s a great way to start your day on a high note.
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High Protein Chia Seed Pudding
This chia seed pudding is a powerhouse, featuring 32 grams of protein and 12 grams of fiber per serving. A great make-ahead breakfast or snack that keeps you going.
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Gina Matsoukas is an AP syndicated writer. She is the founder, photographer and recipe developer of Running to the Kitchen — a food website focused on providing healthy, wholesome recipes using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Her work has been featured in numerous media outlets both digital and print, including MSN, Huffington post, Buzzfeed, Women’s Health and Food Network.
