Fitness enthusiasts have come to realise the importance of consuming proteins in a day. It is not only essential for a balanced diet, but also for keeping hunger pangs, blood sugar spikes, and crashes in check. A high-protein breakfast thus assumes a greater role, helping you sustain energy through the day.
Dr Jeremy London, a board certified cardiovascular surgeon, in his new video on Instagram shared 4 easy, high protein breakfast recipes. “A protein forward breakfast is the best way to stay full, curb your cravings, and stay on track with your individualised protein goals,” he said.
The cardiologist shared 4 protein breakfast recipes with 25 to 30 grams of protein per option. Take a look.
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Eggs, Avocados, and Veggies
Dr Jeremy called this easy to make breakfast dish a “super classic.” All you have to do is:
- Scramble 4 eggs in a pan with avocado oil.
- Sauté peppers and mushrooms.
- Combine eggs and vegetables in a bowl.
- Slice half an avocado on top.
- Banana Protein Pancakes
For those who highly enjoy pancakes, this one’s both nutritious and delectable.
| Ingredients | |
| Egg whites | 2 |
| Oats | 1/4 cup |
| Almond milk | 1/2 cup |
| Smashed banana | 1 |
| Protein powder | 1 scoop |
- Add all ingredients in a mixing bowl and blend.
- Melt butter in a pan over low flame and add 1/4 cup of batter to the pan.
- Mix one scoop of protein powder with 1/2 banana and almond milk. Pour over the pancakes.
- Top with blueberries.
If you have little time, then this works as a great option. All you have to do is combine the following in a blender:
| 1 cup cherries | |
| Banana | 1/2 |
| Kale or spinach | One handful |
| Ice | |
| Almond or cashew butter | One tablespoon |
| Almond milk | 1 cup |
| Protein powder | 1 serving |
| Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Baked Oats |
| Ingredients | |
| Organic rolled oats | 2 cups |
| Vanilla protein powder | 2-4 scoops |
| Sea salt | 1 tbsp |
| Milk of choice (almond, oat, etc) | 2 cups |
| Pure pumpkin purée 2-4 scoops | 1 cup |
| Pumpkin spice | 1 Tbsp |
| Vanilla extract | 1 tsp |
- Coat the baking dish properly with coconut oil, avocado oil, ghee, or butter.
- Combine ingredients in a large bowl and mix them all together until well-blended.
- Transfer the batter into the greased baking dish. If you enjoy chocolate, sprinkle a few extra chips on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, just until the centre is set. Avoid overtaking, it’s best when the top is crisp and the inside stays soft.
- Let it cool slightly, then enjoy it warm.
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