Consistency and monotony can lead to boredom in breakfast, and that's when new flavors need to be added to the plate. If you are also bored of eating eggs for protein every morning, there are plenty of other protein-rich breakfast options that can keep your mornings exciting while helping you stay full and energized. Scroll down to find out.
Greek Yogurt with Fruits
It is one of the easiest ways to boost your protein intake. Take a bowl of Greek yogurt and top it with seasonal fruits and almonds, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, or chia seeds for a balanced breakfast. The combination of protein and fiber along with healthy fats and vitamins will keep you energized.
Paneer Bhurji
It is an Indian staple made by crumbling paneer and cooking it with onion, capsicum, chili, tomato, and spices. Rich in protein and calcium, it goes well with kulcha, bread, and paratha.
Moong Dal Chilla
This Indian pancake is made with soaked and blended yellow or green moong dal, seasoned with salt, pepper, and veggies. It makes for a filling meal when served with curd.
Overnight Oats with Seeds
It is a protein powerhouse. To prepare it, soak oats in milk or curd overnight along with chia seeds. Next morning, top it with fruits and seeds and enjoy fresh.
Sprouts Salad
This is an easy way to add protein to your breakfast. Soak and sprout legumes such as moong beans and chickpeas, then mix them with diced cucumber, tomatoes, onion, coriander, lemon juice, and spices. It is a meal packed with protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
Besan Chilla
Made with gram flour, combined with water, onion, tomatoes, spinach, and coriander to form a batter of pouring consistency, it makes for a filling meal best enjoyed with coriander chutney.
Peanut Butter Toast
This makes for a quick breakfast. Toast is layered with peanut butter spread and topped with fruits like banana, strawberry, and a drizzle of honey.
Sattu Drink
This is a protein-rich drink that can be made in both sweet and savory forms. Mix sattu powder with water and season with salt, pepper, chili, coriander, and lemon juice. For a sweet version, add jaggery or sugar. Enjoy.
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