16 High-Fiber, High-Protein Breakfasts That Aren't Eggs

By

Camryn Alexa Wimberly

Published on July 11, 2024

Reviewed by Dietitian

Jessica Ball, M.S., RD

a recipe photo of the High-Protein Black Bean Breakfast Bowl — Photo:
Ali Redmond

Eggs are often seen as a breakfast staple, but not everyone is a fan—and even if you are, sometimes you may want to switch it up. If you fall into that category, you won’t want to miss these delicious breakfast recipes. These dishes will keep you feeling energized and satisfied for longer, with each serving containing at least 15 grams of protein and 6 grams of fiber. With options like our Peach Pie Overnight Oats or High-Protein Black Bean Breakfast Bowl (No Eggs!), you’ll have a filling and flavorful start to your day!

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Peach Pie Overnight Oats

a recipe photo of the Peach Pie Overnight Oats — Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling

These peach pie overnight oats are packed with the classic flavors of peach pie, featuring warming spices and layers of cooked summer-ripe peaches bringing dessert-like flavors to breakfast. If peaches aren’t in season, you can substitute with frozen peaches—just thaw and drain them before cooking.

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High-Protein Black Bean Breakfast Bowl (No Eggs!)

a recipe photo of the High-Protein Black Bean Breakfast Bowl — Ali Redmond

While eggs offer plenty of protein, you can make a satisfying, high-protein breakfast without them. This breakfast bowl includes black beans, yogurt and Monterey Jack cheese, providing 15 grams of protein to keep you feeling full and energized throughout the morning.

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Mixed Berry Cheesecake-Inspired Overnight Oats

a recipe photo of the Mixed Berry Cheesecake-Inspired Overnight Oats — Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Marianne Williams, Prop Stylist: Tucker Vines

These cheesecake-inspired overnight oats feature layers of sweet berries and creamy oats with a graham cracker topping, just like the classic dessert. Any combination of berries works well here.

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Anti-Inflammatory Breakfast Smoothie

two tall pint glasses filled with green smoothie next to hot pink napkin — Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster

This mango green smoothie gets bright tart flavor from frozen passion fruit, and inflammation-fighting benefits from fresh kale. Dates add natural sweetness without added sugar. While cilantro may not be a typical smoothie ingredient, we love the herbal notes it adds to this smoothie. Feel free to leave it out if that's not your thing—it's just as delicious without.

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Avocado Toast with Burrata

avocado toast

Burrata (cream-filled fresh mozzarella cheese) takes this avocado toast recipe to the next level for a weekday-friendly breakfast.

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Spinach-Avocado Smoothie

This healthy green smoothie gets super creamy from the frozen banana and avocado. Make it ahead (up to 1 day) and store it in the fridge until you need a veggie boost.

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Raspberry-Peach-Mango Smoothie Bowl

Easy Smoothie Bowl

This healthy smoothie recipe is a gateway to the smoothie-bowl craze. Use whatever fruit, nuts and seeds you like best to make it your own. Be sure to use frozen fruit in Step 1 to yield a creamy, frosty base for the toppings.

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Strawberry & Yogurt Parfait

Strawberry Yogurt Parfait in a small jar — Alexandra Shytsman

This strawberry parfait recipe combines fresh fruit, strained yogurt and crunchy granola for an easy breakfast. Pack the parfait in a Mason jar for a healthy breakfast on the go.

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Apple Pie-Inspired Overnight Oats

a recipe photo of Apple Pie Inspired Overnight Oats — Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Skyler Myers, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco

There's no better way to usher in fall than apple pie-inspired overnight oats in the morning. Prep and store this easy breakfast ahead of time to have on hand for busy work and school mornings. You can substitute any nondairy milk for the reduced-fat milk, or try kefir if you want your oats extra tangy.

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Kiwi-Granola Breakfast Banana Split

kiwi granola breakfast banana split — Carson Downing

We take a classic dessert and put a breakfast-friendly spin on it by swapping in yogurt for ice cream. The thicker consistency of the strained yogurt (e.g., Greek-style or skyr) helps it hold its shape and mimic scoops of ice cream. Plus, it has more protein for staying power than regular yogurt. Lots of seeds and nuts are a nice textural counterpoint to the soft banana.

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Snickers-Inspired Overnight Oats

a recipe photo of the Snickers-Inspired Overnight Oats — Photographer: Stacy K. Allen, Props: Christina Brockman, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf

These fiber-rich Snickers-inspired overnight oats have all the features of the famous candy bar—crunchy peanuts, rich chocolate and a buttery caramel drizzle over tender and tangy oats. Old-fashioned rolled oats work best here, as they keep their texture as they sit.

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Overnight Quinoa Pudding

Overnight Quinoa Pudding

This quick and easy recipe blends quinoa and chia seeds for a protein-packed dessert or grab-and-go breakfast. This recipe uses kefir rather than milk for a probiotic boost and instead of refined sugar, this pudding relies on maple syrup for its sweetness.

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Chocolate-Peanut Butter Protein Shake

side shot of a light brown smoothie in a tall glass with a striped napkin behind — Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey

This creamy high-protein shake will keep you satisfied for hours and tastes like a chocolate-peanut butter banana milkshake. You don't even need to add protein powder, thanks to the naturally occurring protein in the soymilk, Greek yogurt and peanut butter.

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Strawberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats

a recipe photo of the Strawberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats — Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hauser

These overnight oats are chock-full of classic strawberry-cheesecake flavors—from the rich cream cheese layers to the sweet strawberry base, this feels like dessert for breakfast in the best way possible.

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Chickpea & Kale Toast

Chickpea & Kale Toast — Ted & Chelsea Cavanaugh

This healthy toast recipe combines chickpeas, kale and feta for a savory bite.

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Peanut Butter & Jelly Smoothie

Peanut Butter Jelly Smoothie

Skip the PB&J sandwich but get the flavors in this healthy smoothie! Greek yogurt, spinach and strawberries are blended with peanut butter in this healthy, protein-rich smoothie recipe.

Medically reviewed by

Jessica Ball, M.S., RD

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