18 Quick & Easy High-Protein Breakfast Ideas

Breakfast really is the most important meal of the day, which is why you need to eat a well-balanced meal to fuel your body for the day ahead. But be careful. A lot of breakfast items are packed with an unnecessary amount of carbs or sugar, like bagels, sweet cereal, or granola bars. When you're in a rush try these quick and easy breakfast ideas. Each one is low-carb and packed with protein, giving your body lots of energy and holding off hunger until lunch.

Cantaloupe Yogurt Bowl

Greek yogurt is a delicious and easy way to get a heaping serving of protein for an energy-filled day. Instead of reaching for sugary granola, top the yogurt with fruit, like strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries. For an extra kick of sweetness without all the carbs, serve it up in a fresh cantaloupe bowl. It’s almost too pretty to eat.

Ham and Egg Cups

This hot and hearty breakfast is super easy to make. Put slices of lean ham or turkey in a cupcake pan. Crack an egg in each ham bowl and pop in the oven for a few minutes. By the time you are done getting ready, you will have a delicious, warm, ready-to-go breakfast waiting for you. These cups also make a cute dish for a weekend brunch.

Baked Egg and Avocado

This breakfast is jam packed with protein, healthy fats, and omega 3’s that will give you an energy boost that will carry you until lunch. Start your day off right by cracking an egg in half an avocado and baking it for 15 minutes at 425. Top it off with pepper or fresh chives and enjoy!

Cottage Cheese and Fruit

For a speedy fast breakfast that hits the spot, go for a bowl of cottage cheese topped with your favorite fruit. Cottage cheese is packed with protein, just 4 ounces yields 14 grams! This also makes a great mid-day snack when you need an energy boost or have a sweet craving.

Prosciutto Wrapped Melon

Wanna know how those Europeans stay so skinny? This is a classic breakfast there. Combining the salty prosciutto ham with honeydew or cantaloupe gives you a sweet and savory meal when you are in a rush. This low-carb, high-protein duo also makes for a great snack!

Kashi and Almond Milk

Give you basic cereal and milk breakfast a boost with a protein makeover. Instead of cereal that is packed with a crazy amount of sugar, try a protein-packed cereal like Kashi Go Lean, which has 13 grams of protein and 10 grams of fiber. Pair with almond milk for a delicious and quick breakfast.

Breakfast Burrito

This is not your average fat and carb-filled breakfast burrito. Give your morning a punch of protein by adding beans. Fill a tortilla with scrambled eggs, onions, tomatoes, and black beans for 25 grams of protein! Add pico de gallo or a sprinkle of cheese if you want more flavor.

Nut Butter on Toast

This is the simplest breakfast for a person running out the door. Swap out nasty butter with nut butter, like organic almond butter. Just 2 tablespoons of almond butter adds 8 grams of protein to your morning meal. Try to avoid processed nut butters because they can have tons of sugar in them. Instead, look for ones with short ingredient lists.

Avocado and Egg Toast

Switch up your morning toast game with this combination. Mash up a quarter of an avocado and spread it on whole grain toast. Add slices of hard-boiled egg, some pepper and a little sea salt. Voila, a protein packed open-faced breakfast sandwich.

Apple Oatmeal

Add some zest to your boring oatmeal without all the sugar. Switch out milk with water when preparing the oatmeal. Then add apple slices and sprinkle on some nuts, like almond slivers, walnuts, or pecans. This breakfast has 24 grams of protein and will definitely keep you full until lunchtime.

Breakfast Bowl

Make your own protein breakfast bowl in a snap for the perfect morning meal. Cut up some slices of learn turkey, add spinach, scrambled eggs, and apple slices for a crunchy and savory mixture that will keep you going all day long. Substitute salmon for turkey to get your protein and Omega 3 fix.

Grown-Up Waffles

Remember when you were a kid and all you ever had for breakfast were toaster waffles? Bring back the good ole days with these adult waffles. Use whole-wheat waffles and instead of butter and maple syrup add a dollop of almond butter and sprinkle on some nuts for a great start to your day.

Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese

As mentioned before, cottage cheese is a great source of protein. Spruce up the plain dish by adding one apple, cut up into bite size pieces, and a sprinkle of cinnamon. The flavors combine into a delicious meal that tastes just like dessert. If you prefer sweet things for breakfast, this is a must-try!

Yogurt Parfait with a Twist

Change up your typical yogurt parfait breakfast with quinoa. Substitute this grain for sugary granola. Quinoa is a great source of protein, as well as, fiber, iron, and calcium. Just one serving has 14 grams of protein. Add it to Greek yogurt for even more. It is also gluten-free! You need to add this super food to your next grocery list!

Veggie Omelet

Eggs are a great source of protein, but can be kind of boring and bland. Spruce them up with a veggie omelet. Use two eggs and add spinach, onions, tomatoes, and a little Feta cheese for a high-protein breakfast that will ward off hunger. This combination offers a healthy serving of protein, folic acids, and vitamins!

Goat Cheese Scramble

Only have a few minutes to make breakfast? Don’t just grab a granola bar and go. Try scrambled eggs with a twist. Add a few chunks of goat cheese, chopped tomatoes, and parsley. The creamy cheese will add a great texture to the eggs and parsley adds a crazy amount of flavor. Believe me, this will become a breakfast favorite.

Avocado Egg Pizza

Can’t get enough avocado and eggs in your life? This special pizza is great for any meal. Mash up half an avocado and spread it onto a tortilla. Then fry an egg, add it to the pizza, and sprinkle on pepper and a little salt. Now you have a gourmet breakfast pizza packed with protein that took 3 minutes to prepare at the most!

Ricotta English Muffin

Ricotta is an Italian cheese made from sheep’s milk. This cheese is a super star because one serving contains 28 grams of protein. That’s half of your suggested daily amount! Spread ricotta on an English muffin and add your favorite fruit for a delicious and sweet breakfast.