Eight Great Ways to Add Protein and Protein Coffee to YOUR Breakfast
Looking for a few ways to add protein to your daily breakfast? Try these!
1. Add Protein to Eggs or Omelets
Add shredded cheese or lean meat options like turkey, ham, or smoked salmon for extra flavor and protein. Or, try a high quality protein like Blanco Pure Protein. Another good source? Black beans or chickpeas.
2. Make a Simple, Super Smoothie
Add a scoop of nut butter, greek yogurt, or high-quality whey like Polar Joe Blanco, plant-based Gruppo RAW Plant, or other protein powder to your favourite smoothie.
3. Add a Cup or Glass of Protein Coffee on the Side
Grab a serving of Polar Joe Classic Protein Coffee. Shake it for 30 seconds with cold water OR make it hot by adding it to your drip coffee or popping it in the microwave. Or, try an alternate protein coffee blend like Ascent Iced Coffee or Javy Instant Protein Coffee.
4. Use High-Protein Grains
Prepare oatmeal with milk instead of water, and top with nuts or seeds. Cooked quinoa can also be a high-protein base for a breakfast bowl.
5. Choose High-Protein Dairy Alternatives
Use Greek yogurt as a base for parfaits or mix it with fruit. Pair cottage cheese with fruit or use as a toast topping.
6. Include Protein-Packed Sides
Almonds, chia seeds, or hemp seeds are easy to add to cereal or yogurt. Turkey or chicken sausage is a leaner alternative to traditional breakfast meats.
7. Upgrade Your Bread or Toast
Spread almond butter, peanut butter, or hummus on toast.
8. Try Alternative Breakfast Options
Chia pudding is made with chia seeds and milk, it’s a protein-rich and nutrient-packed option. Hugely popular, Overnight Oats with added protein powder also makes a delicious, pre-prepared way to start your day. Or, swap out scrambled eggs for a Tofu Scramble, plant-based, high-protein alternative.