26Apr
3 Protein-Packed Breakfast Meals You Need
Start your day strong and set yourself up for success all day with a protein packed breakfast. These meals are not only delicious but also packed with protein to support your gains!
Quinoa Breakfast Bowl with Spinach and Feta
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 2-3 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Poached or fried egg
- Optional toppings: cherry tomatoes, sliced avocado, hot sauce
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add fresh spinach leaves and sauté until wilted.
- Add cooked quinoa to the skillet and stir to combine with spinach.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the quinoa and spinach mixture to a bowl.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese, egg and any optional toppings of your choice.
Spinach and Feta Omelet
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- Handful of fresh spinach leaves
- 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and swirl to spread evenly.
- Cook for 1-2 minutes until the edges start to set.
- Sprinkle spinach leaves and crumbled feta cheese over half of the omelet.
- Fold the other half of the omelet over the filling.
- Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the cheese melts and the omelet is cooked through.
- Serve hot with a side of fresh fruit or whole-grain toast.
Protein French Toast
Ingredients
- 2 slices whole-grain bread
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 scoop protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Cooking spray or olive oil for greasing the skillet or pan
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, protein powder, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with cooking spray or butter.
- Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, making sure both sides are evenly coated.
- Place the coated bread slices onto the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve hot with a drizzle of sugar free maple syrup, fresh berries, or a dollop of Greek yogurt for extra protein.
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