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high protein breakfast

High Protein Breakfast: 5 Comforting Recipes to Energize You


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A nourishing high protein breakfast to kickstart your day.


Ingredients

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  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup spinach, chopped
  • 1/4 cup bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 slice whole grain bread

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  2. Whisk eggs in a bowl and add cottage cheese, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add spinach and bell pepper to the skillet, sauté for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables in the skillet.
  5. Cook until the eggs are set, about 5 minutes.
  6. Toast the whole grain bread.
  7. Serve the egg mixture on the toast.

Notes

  • Substitute eggs with egg whites for lower cholesterol.
  • Use any leafy greens, like kale or Swiss chard.
  • Opt for low-fat cottage cheese if desired.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 220mg

Keywords: high protein breakfast, healthy breakfast, easy breakfast