Six high protein breakfasts for busy mornings
Start your day right with these six simple high protein breakfasts. Practical ideas for busy mornings when you need fuel that actually keeps you full.
By the time you have found your keys and packed a bag, breakfast often becomes whatever is closest to hand. Getting protein in early really does help when you are taking GLP 1 medication. It keeps your energy steady and stops that hollow feeling from hitting at eleven o'clock.
The night before oats
Oats are brilliant but they can leave you hungry an hour later if they are just carbs. Stirring in Greek yoghurt or a scoop of protein powder changes that completely.
You make this the night before in an empty jam jar. In the morning you just take off the lid and eat it at your desk. It feels like a small win before the day has even started.
- Half a cup of oats with milk and a big dollop of Greek yoghurt
- Chia seeds mixed in to thicken the texture
- A handful of frozen berries that melt overnight
Cottage cheese on sourdough
Cottage cheese has made a huge comeback and for good reason. It is packed with protein and requires absolutely no cooking.
Slap it on a piece of toasted sourdough. Add some sliced tomatoes or a pinch of black pepper. It takes two minutes to throw together while the kettle boils. Sometimes the classic ideas are the most reliable ones.
Microwave eggs in a mug
Frying eggs means washing a pan. Some mornings that is just not going to happen.
You can actually make scrambled eggs in the microwave using a simple coffee mug. Crack two eggs, add a splash of milk, and microwave in thirty second bursts until they are cooked.
Stir in a little grated cheddar or some spinach leaves at the end. The mug goes straight into the dishwasher. You get a hot meal without the scrubbing.
The thick morning smoothie
Drinking your breakfast is handy but sometimes you miss the feeling of actually chewing food. Making your smoothie a bit thicker turns it into a proper meal.
Use less liquid and tip it into a bowl instead of a glass. Then you can add texture on top. Chewing your food helps your brain register that you have actually eaten.
- A scoop of protein powder blended with half a banana
- A sprinkle of pumpkin seeds on top for crunch
- A spoonful of peanut butter stirred in at the end
Last night dinner leftovers
There is no law saying breakfast has to be cereal or toast. If you had chicken and vegetables last night, eating a small portion cold this morning is a great choice.
It feels a bit strange the first time you do it. Then you realise it is completely effortless and keeps you full for hours. It is also a brilliant way to avoid wasting food.
Smoked salmon roll ups
Smoked salmon feels like a luxury but it is actually a very practical breakfast ingredient. It is rich in protein and takes seconds to prepare.
Take a few slices of salmon and spread them with a thin layer of cream cheese. Roll them up into little parcels and eat them alongside a piece of fruit. You get a satisfying meal that does not require turning on the toaster or the hob.