Say Goodbye to Boring Breakfasts. These 12 No-Egg Recipes Are a Protein Powerhouse!

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These high-protein vegetarian breakfasts have plant-based recipes that are egg free. Some of them may include dairy in the form of milk or yogurt that can be easily replaced by their plant-based versions if you are vegan. Enjoy these delicious and healthy breakfasts.

Moonglet or Mung Bean Chilla

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Moonglet or moong dal chilla is a tasty vegan pancake made from moong dal (split green gram) batter. It is a healthy high-protein dairy free breakfast option, that is very nutritious.

Get the recipe: Moonglet Recipe

Peanut Butter Chia Seed Pudding

This peanut butter chia seed pudding is delicious and very satisfying. Need just 5 minutes to put together and is completely customizable. You will love this breakfast.

Get the recipe: Peanut Butter Chia Seed Pudding

Paneer Sandwich or Cottage Cheese Sandwich

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Paneer sandwich is a quick and filling sandwich that can be grilled or toasted in a panini press. Very easy recipe. Great for breakfast.

Get the recipe: Paneer Sandwich

Besan Chilla or Chickpea Flour Omelette

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Besan chilla is a savory Indian crepe or pancake made from chickpea flour and finely chopped vegetables. It is like lentil dosa.

Get the recipe: Besan Chilla Recipe

Quinoa Upma

A lovely healthier take on the classic South Indian breakfast, quinoa upma is high in protein and fibre, making it a light and nutritious breakfast or meal.

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Vegetable Upma

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This is a modified Indian upma made with bulgar or broken wheat. It is like a one pot meal and is perfect for breakfast. Add some cubed tofu or paneer to further increase the protein.

Get the recipe: Vegetable Upma

Lentil Omelette or Adai

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A lentil omelette, or adai, is a protein-packed Indian pancake or crepe recipe made soaked and ground lentils and rice. It takes just 10 minutes in the morning to make it. Perfect for a healthy filling breakfast.

Get the recipe: Lentil omelette or adai

Peanut Butter and Avocado Sandwich

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Avocado and peanut butter toast is quick and easy to make for breakfast. You can add berries and banana too along with nuts if you like.

Get the recipe: Avocado and Peanut Butter Toast

Banana Avocado Smoothie

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This is my go-to smoothie when I am in a rush. If you have chopped avocado and banana, you take just a couple of minutes to make it. Tastes good and is filling too.

Get the recipe: Avocado Banana Smoothie

Overnight Oats

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This overnight oats recipe is high protein and tasty. Spend five minutes every evening to soak the oats and then you have a ready breakfast in the morning. Add chia seeds, pumpkin seeds and other nuts if you so like.

Get the recipe: Overnight Oats

Medu Vada or Lentil Donuts

Indian style medu vada is made with soaked and blended urad dal or split black lentils. It is generally deep fried but you can air fry these to reduce extra oil. Tastes good and is filling too.

Get the recipe: Medu Vada

Homemade Granola

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Homemade granola is a tasty mix of oats, nuts, seeds, berries and maple syrup, perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack. Add protein powder and milk for a power-packed breakfast.

Get the recipe: Homemade Granola