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Easy Protein Breakfasts: Fuel Your Day

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1. Greek Yogurt Protein Parfait

Protein: ~25g
Ingredients:

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (20g protein)
  • 1/4 cup granola (3g protein)
  • 1/2 cup mixed berries
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds (2g protein)

Instructions: Layer yogurt, berries, granola, and chia seeds in a bowl or jar. Enjoy cold.


2. Egg and Turkey Breakfast Wrap

Protein: ~30g
Ingredients:

  • 2 large eggs (12g protein)
  • 2 egg whites (7g protein)
  • 2 slices turkey breast (6g protein)
  • 1 whole wheat tortilla (5g protein)
  • Spinach or bell peppers (optional)

Instructions: Scramble eggs and turkey with veggies, wrap in tortilla.


3. Cottage Cheese Power Bowl

Protein: ~28g
Ingredients:

  • 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese (25g protein)
  • 1 tbsp peanut butter (4g protein)
  • Sliced banana or berries
  • Sprinkle of cinnamon or honey (optional)

Instructions: Mix all ingredients in a bowl and serve cold.


4. Protein Oatmeal

Protein: ~25g
Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1 scoop protein powder (~20g protein)
  • 1 tbsp almond butter (2g protein)
  • 1/2 cup milk or almond milk
  • Chopped nuts or fruit (optional)

Instructions: Cook oats with milk, stir in protein powder and almond butter.


5. Tofu Scramble with Toast

Protein: ~24g
Ingredients:

  • 1/2 block firm tofu (~18g protein)
  • Nutritional yeast, turmeric, salt, pepper
  • 1 slice whole grain toast (~6g protein)
  • Veggies (e.g., spinach, tomatoes, onion)

Instructions: Crumble tofu and cook with spices and veggies. Serve with toast.


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