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
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
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
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.
Get the recipe: Quinoa Upma
Peanut Butter and Avocado Sandwich
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
Vegetable Upma
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
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
Quinoa Idli
Quinoa idli is a protein-packed Indian fermented steamed cakes breakfast made with soaked and ground quinoa, lentils and rice. Served with sambar (lentils with veggies) and coconut chutney. Perfect for a healthy filling breakfast.
Get the recipe: Quinoa Idli
Banana Avocado Smoothie
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
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
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
Paneer Bhurji
Scrambled paneer or cottage cheese is a filling and nutritious quick recipe that is done in minutes. Pair with paratha or bread for a wholesome breakfast.
Get the recipe: Paneer Bhurji
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