Top 30 Vegan High-Protein Breakfast Recipes
Whether you’re new to the vegan diet or not, this list of 30 high protein vegan breakfasts is a surefire way to fuel your day!
There are no animal products in sight in this recipe compilation, and they’re all bursting with protein to help you lose weight or gain those muscles you’ve always wanted.
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Breakfast, it has to be argued, is the most important meal of the day in my opinion.
In fact, I get excited at the thought of what I’ve got to look forward to when I finally manage to drag myself out of the warm covers.
If I’ve got a workout to do, or I’m trying to lose a few pounds, high-protein vegan breakfasts are my go-to option.
I know then, that I will feel satisfied and fueled up to get through a workout and beyond.
That’s because choosing a breakfast that is packed with protein helps to stop cravings, makes you feel fuller for longer, and helps build muscle.
This is why the protein content of a healthy breakfast is so important; sadly a lot of us simply don’t get enough protein into our diet.
The best type of protein to have is complete protein. This contains the additional nine essential amino acids that our bodies can’t produce on their own.
However, being on a vegan diet means that these sources are limited.
One option is to make soy products like tofu or edamame a part of your daily diet where you can. There are of course other ways too, and my recipes will cover these.
Too busy to plan out your meals for the week? Then try out this Free 7-Day Vegan Meal Plan.
Now let’s check out these high-protein vegan breakfast ideas
I’ve planned this collection out into sections as an easy way for you to find your favorite vegan recipes.
Oats and more
We’re starting with plenty of options for overnight oats, porridge, and more – let’s dig in!
1. Vegan Overnight Oats in a Jar
Bonus: less rushing about in the morning
Deliciously tasty and vegan overnight oats in a jar: High in fiber, great against diabetes and heart disease. Did we mention it’s vegan too?
2. Fruity Quinoa Porridge
Bonus: delicious and filling
After a high-protein alternative to traditional oatmeal? This vegan noatmeal recipe has 19 grams of protein per serving (what an awesome plant-based high protein meal, right?)! Try it now!
3. Bulgur Porridge
Bonus: packed with more porridge than your standard oats
Bulgur porridge completely revitalizes the morning rush – with a naturally sweet (and incredibly tasty) whole-grain breakfast – it’s vegan, too!
4. Blueberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats
Recipe by: HurryTheFoodUp
Bonus: dessert for breakfast sounds perfect
Try out this delish Overnight Oats combo of blueberries, lemon, yogurt, and maple syrup. You won’t be disappointed!
5. Quinoa with Hot Blueberry Drizzle
Bonus: simple and spiced to keep you warm
Quinoa Breakfast Porridge with Hot Blueberry Drizzle. A beautiful union of delicious but easy-to-find spices and fruits in a simple and satisfying breakfast.
6. High Protein Breakfast Bowl
Protein: 23g
Calories: 580kcal
Ready in: 5 minutes
Recipe by: 2ShareMyJoy
Bonus: quick and healthy
Healthy and easy vegan high-protein breakfast bowl with 23g protein, 19g fiber, fruits, nuts, seeds, and more. Done in 10 minutes.
7. Protein Overnight Oats (2 Ways)
Protein: 29g
Calories: 375kcal
Ready in: 4 hours 5 minutes or overnight
Recipe by: MyQuietKitchen
Bonus: two options for protein
Protein overnight oats are a flexible, tasty, and satisfying way to start the day. This recipe offers two ways to make overnight oats with a nice amount of satisfying protein.
Using either vegan protein powder OR creamy silken tofu. Both are quick, ridiculously EASY, and nutritious.
8. Creamy Chia Overnight Oats
Protein: 18g
Calories: 256kcal
Ready in: 5 minutes then overnight
Recipe by: JoyfulDumplings
Bonus: great for using up that protein powder
These high-protein overnight oats with protein powder are a healthy vegan breakfast and snack. It’s vegan, gluten-free, and sugar-free.
9. Vegan Protein Mug Cake
Protein: 28g
Calories: 455kcal
Ready in: 5 minutes
Recipe by: JoyfulDumplings
Bonus: super quick and super sweet
You’ll definitely love this Protein Mug Cake Recipe! Who says you need to sacrifice flavor for convenience?
With this 5-minute protein mug cake recipe, you can enjoy an indulgent dessert in no time and no huge cleanup after (for more like this, try some yummy high protein cookies!). Get your ingredients together, and let’s get started!
10. Overnight Oats with Protein Powder
Protein: 33g
Calories: 360kcal
Ready in: 5 minutes (2 hours or overnight)
Recipe by: VeganPunks
Bonus: just four ingredients
Overnight oats with protein powder is one of the best ways to start the day and includes over 30g of protein per portion (if you don’t have protein powder, try one of our protein breakfast recipes without protein powder instead)!
So you’ll be well on your way to hitting those macro goals. Protein powder overnight oats are super versatile, great for meal prepping and super filling.
11. Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
Protein: 15g
Calories: 463kcal
Ready in: 5 minutes then overnight
Recipe by: WatchLearnEat
Bonus: sweet and creamy in just 5 minutes
These chocolate peanut butter overnight oats are packed with protein and fiber for a filling and flavorful make-ahead breakfast.
Gluten-free, vegan, oil-free, and just 5 minutes of prep time!
Bready breakie
This is as simple as it sounds, bread has always belonged with breakfast time (sorry no low carb options here!). Enjoy this selection of sandwiches, bagels, and deliciousness on toast.
12. Vegan Tempeh Sandwich
Bonus: who needs bacon when you can have this instead
Crispy tempeh and a creamy avocado filling are stuffed between slices of bread in this vegan tempeh sandwich. Get ready to experience the lunch of a lifetime!
Ingredients
- 4 slices nice bread
- 3 oz tempeh (in 8 slices)
- 2 handfuls rocket (arugula)
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp vinegar (balsamic, malt or wine vinegar)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tsp maple syrup
- 1 avocado
- ½ lemon (juiced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the tempeh and fry in oil. After a couple of minutes add the soy sauce, vinegar and maple syrup. Stir and cook for another 3-4 minutes.3 oz tempeh, 2 tbsp vinegar, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp olive oil
- In the meantime, chop the dried tomatoes.½ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil
- Spoon the flesh out of the avocado and add to a bowl along with the lemon juice and salt and pepper. Give it a mash together.½ lemon, Salt and pepper to taste
- Spread the avocado over half the slices of bread.1 avocado, 4 slices nice bread
- Rinse the rocket and lay it on the slices of bread. Add the chopped dried tomatoes.2 handfuls rocket
- When the tempeh is ready, lay it on the rocket slices of bread.
- Place the avocado breads on top. Done!
Optional:
- You could also fry the sandwich in a little oil after it has been assembled, flipping halfway through, for an extra bit of crispiness.
NOTES
Nutrition
13. Peanut Butter Banana Sandwich
Bonus: fruit, nuts, and carbs to soak up last night
Anti Hangover Peanut Butter Banana Sandwich. Simple to make and refuels those important nutrients and amino acids to have you feeling better in no time.
14. Smooching Mushrooms on Toast
Recipe by: HurryTheFoodUp
Bonus: a great egg alternative
Our delicious vegan take on the trendiest cafe food of the moment, Mushrooms on Toast. It’s perfect for everything from a savory breakfast to a light dinner.
15. Chickpea Avocado Toast
Protein: 16g
Calories: 507kcal
Ready in: 10 minutes
Recipe by: NataliesHealth
Bonus: vegan and gluten-free
Turmeric Chickpea Avocado Toast is a super simple yet very nourishing meal. It’s packed with amazing flavors and nutrients, so tasty and easy to make.
This healthy avocado toast is great for breakfast, lunch, or light dinner. Vegan. Gluten-free.
16. Vegan Bagel Sandwich
Protein: 18g
Calories: 509kcal
Ready in: 1 hour and 5 minutes
Recipe by: YumVeganLunchIdeas
Bonus: not quick but definitely worth it
Try this ultimate vegan bagel sandwich recipe loaded with cashew cream cheese and delicious vegan lox.
This is one of my favourite vegan lunch ideas. The vegan lox bagel! It’s just the same as salmon and cream cheese only it’s completely VEGAN!
17. 5-Minute Tofu Cream Cheese
Protein: 40.4g
Calories: 516kcal
Ready in: 5 minutes
Recipe by: MyPurePlants
Bonus: this would go well on the bagel above
This 5-minute tofu cream cheese is a surprisingly tasty spread to make your breakfast protein-packed and delicious.
If you are craving a bagel and cream cheese sandwich, this vegan version will not leave you hanging.
18. Tofu Lettuce Tomato Sandwich
Protein: 20g
Calories: 563kcal
Ready in: 10 minutes
Recipe by: TheVeganLarder
Bonus: never miss a BLT again
Smokey Tofu bacon with lettuce, avocado, and tomato. Everything you want in a sandwich but with no cruelty! Totally delicious!
Super smoothies
Sometimes you just need a quick grab-and-go breakfast, and smoothies are a great option here (as are these awesome healthy and quick breakfast ideas!).
Quick to make and full of fresh fruit or veg, they not only contain plenty of protein but they’re packed with nutrients like vitamin C to help support your immune system.
19. Vegan Blackberry Smoothie
Bonus: fruity and keeps you full til lunchtime
A fruity vegan smoothie, packed with protein to fuel your day ahead (if you like this, try our other vegan protein smoothies now). Love fruit and nuts? Then you’ll love this!
20. Super Spinach Banana Smoothie
Bonus: packed with nutrients
A super healthy yet tasty summer smoothie. You won’t even realize you’re eating spinach (or drinking it, smart arse).
21. The Zesty Caulicokin Smoothie
Bonus: cauliflower in a smoothie who would think it
The reason smoothies are so unendingly popular is because of all-time classics like this. This creamy high protein recipe is both delicious and nutritious.
22. Chocolate Cashew Milkshake
Bonus: milkshake for breakfast yes, please
This deliciously smooth cashew milkshake can be made any way you like – just follow the simple instructions and you’ll be drinking a mega shake in five minutes!
Cooked breakfasts
If you’ve got a bit of time at the weekends, then these are the recipes to try. Some take a bit longer to make but they are all definitely worth it!
They’re full of ingredients like tofu, lentils and beans so you won’t have to worry about the amount of protein on your plate.
23. Tofu Scramble Recipe
Recipe by: HurryTheFoodUp
Bonus: new to veganism and missing eggs then try this
Tofu, spices, and veggies combine to make the ultimate vegan breakfast, a tofu scramble, in this vegan-friendly take on the classic.
24. Vegan Breakfast Potatoes
Bonus: flavourful and filling
Vegan Breakfast Potatoes – the best way to start the day. Animal-friendly, high in protein, and even higher in taste. Yes, please!
25. British Baked Beans (Heinz Copycat)
Bonus: who needs a tin when you can have homemade in 15 minutes
Vegetarian Baked Beans. Thick and full flavored with a moreish tang. Low in calories, ready in 15 minutes, and just as good as the ‘original’ from Heinz!
26. Cheesy Vegan Tofu Scramble
Protein: 26g
Calories: 225kcal
Ready in: 10 minutes
Recipe by: WatchLearnEat
Bonus: eat vegan and still get a cheesy taste
A breakfast classic goes vegan with this oil-free tofu scramble made with nutritional yeast to add some “cheesy” flavor!
This 5-ingredient cheesy vegan tofu scramble is perfect with your favorite vegan breakfast dishes such as tempeh bacon and home fries.
Add even more cheesy flavor by topping it with our vegan cheese sauce.
27. Tofu Breakfast Burritos
Protein: 15g
Calories: 340kcal
Ready in: 45 minutes
Recipe by: DelightfulAdventures
Bonus: great for a grab-and-go breakfast option
This is an easy recipe for freezer-friendly tofu breakfast burritos that include roasted potatoes, a delicious tofu scramble, and fresh toppings.
28. Broccoli Cheddar Egg Cups
Protein: 15.7g
Calories: 200kcal
Ready in: 26 minutes
Recipe by: ResplendentKitchen
Bonus: great for lunchboxes too
These Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Egg Cups are easy to make and are perfect for a wholesome high-protein breakfast or brunch (check out our other egg recipes for brunch and lunch if you like this!).
Start your day right with this vegetable-packed oil-free and gluten-free Vegan Cheddar Egg Cups!
This easy-to-make-ahead breakfast is oil-free and gluten-free. This recipe makes 12 muffins, with 6 servings of 2 muffins each.
29. Mushroom Spinach Pancake Roll
Protein: 20g
Calories: 510kcal
Ready in: 15 minutes
Recipe by: TheVeganLarder
Bonus: if you love pancakes but prefer savory this is the one for you
This delicious breakfast dish is inspired by traditional English food, but with healthy modern twists.
Served either as a whole roll, that could be eaten with roasted tomato and other breakfast items, or cut up as part of breakfast or lunch sharing platters.
30. Spicy Tofu Scramble
Protein: 16g
Calories: 332kcal
Ready in: 15 minutes
Recipe by: SomebodyFeedSeb
Bonus: great if you like a bit of spice in the mornings
A perfect breakfast dish for spicy food lovers! Wonderful egg-free breakfast served on crusty toasted bread and a side of tomatoes and greens.
It’s a wholesome and substantial meal to get your day started the right way! Rich in protein (in case anyone asks where you get your protein from?) and ready to eat in 15 minutes.
Our Vegan Spicy Tofu Scramble is a great way to spice up your breakfast routine!
High-protein vegan breakfast FAQs
Here are the answers to your burning vegan breakfast questions:
There are lots of options for vegan protein but the best is probably peanuts and almonds with 26 grams and 21 grams per 100g respectively. Spirulina, which is a powdered algae, has a whopping 56 grams per 100g, however, it’s only really safe to consume around 8g a day. It’s also pretty expensive!
If you don’t eat enough protein you may develop what is known as protein deficiency. Symptoms can include, loss of muscle, weakness, fatigue, and anemia.
There are lots of ways to get 40 g protein without the meat. These include, adding protein powder to porridge, smoothies, or shakes; eating high-protein whole foods like nut butters, lentils, chia seeds, chickpeas, and tofu; and having a protein-rich meal at every mealtime.
The high protein vegan breakfast ideas in this post will give you a perfect start to your day.
Well, what did you think of those delicious healthy recipes? I think the vegan breakfast burritos are one of my favorites – what is yours?
The thing I love about plant-based protein sources is that it is so easy to get them into every meal and breakfast recipes are no exception.
What better way to boost your overall health than by packing a balanced meal with protein-rich foods that are going to fuel you for whatever lies ahead?
For more vegan meal inspiration take a look at 12 High-Protein Low Carb Vegan Recipes.
Dave Bell
I’m not a foodie, although I do love eating. I believe food should serve us and our goals, not hinder. Taking control and responsibility for what I eat is important to me. Lots of veggie protein is my way forward.
This article has been medically reviewed by James LeBaigue MSc Learn More
James LeBaigue MSc
James has a Masters Degree in Sport and Exercise Nutrition, as well as an Advanced Diploma in Human Nutrition.
He loves combining his scientific knowledge along with food in the real world, and these recipes are the result.
He’s on top of all the latest evidence and guidelines to make sure our nutrition advice on the website is as accurate as it can be.
By day he works as an Advanced Clinical Practitioner in a busy NHS GP Practice.
Each recipe is tested and then eaten (much to James’ delight), many times before it is deemed worthy to be published. Bon appetit!
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Hi Dave,
Do you have similar recipes for lunch and dinner as well?
Hi Paul, we sure do! Here’s some to get you started
https://hurrythefoodup.com/high-protein-vegan-meals/
https://hurrythefoodup.com/vegan-high-protein-lunch-ideas/
Enjoy!
Hi truly love your recipes they are mind blowing.
Thanks a lot Oscar!
Hi Dave, thanks for your posts. I want to loose 1 kilo a week so I’m going to start a healthy high Protein vegan diet for 12 weeks aiming to loose 10 kilos in time for my dad’s 75th birthday party.
Hi Deepa, happy to help! High-protein sounds great. Good luck and enjoy the party!
Thank you for posting these recipes, they are unique and look amazing! Can’t wait to try some ☺️
Thanks Alexandra! Glad you like the look – enjoy!
Hi Dave. Not tried your recipes yet as I am just about to embark on a trial in vegan eating. I am so inspired by your breakfast recipes as I prefer savory to sweet. I will post comments as I try them out. Thanks for sharing
Hi! I’m really glad the recipes could inspire you! Good luck on your vegan trial! And I’m with you – savoury over sweet any day :). Thanks for writing!