7 High-Protein Recipes To Add To Your Breakfast Menu

By Bornika Das

January 25, 2024

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High protein breakfasts are quite common in the Indian household. Protein offers multiple health benefits and aids in the weight loss process. High protein breakfast helps consume fewer calories later in the day. It keeps a person full for a longer time and suppresses the appetite. Take a look at some of these high-protein breakfasts. 

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Chickpea Sandwich 

Chickpeas are a great source of protein which can be turned into a perfect filling for breakfast. Mash some boiled chickpeas and combine them with freshly chopped vegetables to prepare the filling.

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Besan Chilla 

It is light, tasty, healthy and most importantly loaded with protein. It is easy to prepare in a few minutes. Adding a few veggies will add extra nutrition to the chilla. 

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Dalia Upma With Paneer

Dalia itself is rich in protein and adding protein to it makes it a perfect high-protein breakfast option. One can add a variety of veggies for extra nutrition. 

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Oats Poha

Poha is already a healthy breakfast option and preparing it with oats makes it protein rich. For added crunch, one can also add cashews, peanuts and raisins. 

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Chia Seeds Pudding 

Chia seeds offer several essential nutrients including protein. Prepare a chia seed pudding with milk and flavour of one’s choice like vanilla or chocolate. Do not forget to add fruits, nuts and seeds on top. 

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Quinoa 

It is easily available in the supermarket and is highly rich in protein. Quinoa can be easily used to prepare salad and other dishes like upma.

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