High-Protein, Low-Calorie Breakfast Ideas
Quick and nutritious breakfast ideas that are high in protein and low in calories, perfect for busy mornings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High-Protein
Ingredients
- Eggs
- Whole grain bread
- Lean turkey or chicken
- Greek yogurt
- Oats
- Protein powder
- Berries
- Almond milk
- Cocoa powder
- Banana
Instructions
- Scramble the eggs in a skillet over medium heat until fluffy. Then, toast the whole grain bread and layer the cooked eggs with slices of lean turkey on top.
- Preheat your oven. In a baking dish, combine oats, protein powder, cocoa powder, and almond milk. Mix well and bake until set, about 20-25 minutes.
- Mix oats, Greek yogurt, and eggs in a bowl to create a batter. Pour onto a heated skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Top each creation with fresh berries or banana slices before serving.
Notes
Feel free to swap out ingredients; for example, use cottage cheese instead of Greek yogurt, or gluten-free oats if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 210mg