5 Delicious, High Protein Breakfasts You Need To Try

Mornings are tough. When getting yourself ready for class in a hurry, breakfast is often the first item to be sacrificed on your morning To Do’s. Even so, when we have time for breakfast, we tend to select what tastes good over any other [healthy] option. No kidding, if we have a choice, we’re more likely to pick croissants, bagels and sugary cereals over a bowl of fruit.

So here comes the collegiette’s dilemma: finding a breakfast that is filling, nutritious and still doesn’t taste like health food or what your mother would force you to eat. Bonus points for breakfasts that are fast with a maximum prep + cook time of ~10 min.

1. Power Packed Oatmeal

Say goodbye to the boring, plain Jane Oatmeal of your past. Take a new spin on a traditional product by combining 1 packet of instant oatmeal (we like the Maple & Brown Sugar variety by Quaker), a sliced banana and a spoonful of peanut butter. Best to go with natural peanut butter that has no sugar added. Oats are a very nutrient-dense food, containing more protein than most grains.[1] Adding a tablespoon of peanut butter throws in about another 3.5 grams of protein as well.[2] This will definitely keep you full for your 8:30 am class!

2. Avocado Toast

We love avocado toast, and with good reason too, since avocados are a true superfood. They contain an array of important vitamins and minerals, along with 15 grams of healthy fats. Try pairing it with tomatoes and seasoning with salt and pepper. Pro tip? Pick up a loaf of this Swedish Style Light Rye Bread  from Metro and use it for your next avocado creation.

3. Yogurt, Fruit & Granola

The average fruit flavoured yogurt contains 32 grams of sugar per 6 ounce serving.[1] A healthier and more satisfying alternative is combining plain yogurt with fresh fruit and granola. Greek Yogurt is an even better option, with Vitamin B12, Potassium, probiotics and protein.[2] It’s a great post-workout recovery food as well.

4. Fruit & Spinach Breakfast Smoothie

If you are craving something fruity, breakfast smoothie with fruits, Greek yogurt and plenty of spinach will start your day off well. By using a combination of frozen berries and a banana, you can cover up the taste of the spinach quite easily (tried and tested!).

5. Homemade Sriracha Breakfast Sandwiches

If you’re looking for a way to “spice” up your breakfast (get it), these sriracha breakfast sandwiches are a great meal and full of flavor. No need to buy fancy bread – use whatever you have lying around in the house. Scramble your eggs or fry them and pair with cheese or a meat of your choice. Drizzle over with some sriracha, to taste. Wrap them in foil if you’re on the go or enjoy them at home on a cold winter day. And to top it all off, eggs have 13 grams of protein a piece.