10 High-Protein Vegan Breakfast Recipes to Kickstart Your Day

Starting your day with a high-protein breakfast is a great way to fuel your body and stay energized throughout the day. Fortunately, there are plenty of plant-based options that are rich in protein and delicious as well. From tofu scrambles to protein-packed smoothie bowls, these 10 high-protein vegan breakfast recipes from onegreenplanet.org will help you kickstart your day with a healthy and tasty meal.

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1. Tofu Scramble

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This Tofu Scramble by Melissa Tedesco is simple and so yummy. It is full of protein and flavor – so good!

2. Protein-Packed Chocolate Chia Pudding

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This Protein-Packed Chocolate Chia Pudding by Lenny Wu is creamy, chocolatey, and easy to whip up — the perfect make-ahead vegan breakfast for busy days. You may use whatever protein powder is on hand, or omit it and use less milk. Also, feel free to add different toppings to it.

3. Fluffy Protein Pancakes

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Perfect, fluffy protein pancakes made without bananas, refined sugar, or flour!  Full of protein to fuel you through your morning! This vegan pancake recipe is easy and quick. The always come out perfectly light and fluffy! With only 8 ingredients, they are so simple to make, and are ready in about 15 minutes. This is a classic vegan Fluffy Protein Pancake recipe by Hayley Canning that will win over all pancake lovers!

4. Cinnamon Quinoa Protein Cereal Bowl

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This Cinnamon Quinoa Protein Cereal Bowl by Michele Elizabeth is so simple to make, vegan and gluten free, healthy and packed with protein and flavor! The nutty quinoa mixed with cinnamon and nut butter is just so super yum and warming!

5. Breakfast Sandwich With Tempeh Bacon

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This vegan Breakfast Sandwich With Tempeh Bacon by Brittany Mullins is loaded with all the goods: creamy avocado, almond butter, sautéed kale, and tempeh bacon, served on a perfectly toasted English muffin.

6. Berry Coconut Smoothie Bowls

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If you’re looking for something a little different, try these Berry Coconut Smoothie Bowls by Tori Cooper! The perfect nutritious start to your day, flaxseed and almond milk help make this smoothie packed with energy.

7. Banana Nut Protein Bars

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With one and a half cups of mixed nuts and seeds and a quarter cup of hemp seeds, these Banana Nut Protein Bars by Tara Sunshine are the perfect pick-me-up treat.  They are healthy enough to eat for breakfast and yummy enough to have for dessert.

8. Freezer-Friendly Breakfast Burritos

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These Freezer-Friendly Breakfast Burritos by Compassionate Cuisine are easy, hearty, and fun, packing a whopping 20 grams of protein each, which will help you power through your busy mornings. They’re also economical. Not a fan of tofu? Substitute crumbled tempeh. Need a soy-free option? Substitute crumbled seitan. Make the spice blend in advance to save time—double the recipe to keep extra on hand for spicing up a basic tofu scramble or roasted potatoes. It’s seriously delicious!

9. Cake Batter Protein Smoothie

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This delicious Cake Batter Protein Smoothie by Kat Condon combines almond milk and coconut butter for a creamy texture. With plant-based vanilla protein powder, it’s a tasty way to get some post-workout protein.

10. Chickpea Flour Omelette

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This Chickpea Flour Omelette by Deniz Kilic is a super easy recipe that does not require many ingredients and is prepared in no time at all.

These 10 high-protein vegan breakfast recipes from onegreenplanet.org are perfect for anyone looking to start their day with a healthy and filling meal. By incorporating plant-based protein sources like tofu, tempeh, and quinoa, these recipes offer a nutritious alternative to traditional breakfast dishes. Plus, with a range of options from smoothie bowls to pancakes, there is something for everyone to enjoy. So, next time you’re looking for a protein-packed breakfast, try one of these amazing recipes and fuel your body for a productive day.

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