20 delicious high protein low carb breakfast recipes worth getting out of bed for! These recipes will inspire your healthy breakfast meal prep!
Hi, friends! As you may know, I have over 90+ healthy breakfast recipes here at HH, and I’m always adding more. It’s fair to say that breakfast is this girl’s favorite meal of the day.
Today I’m sharing a quick round-up of all my favorite high-protein low carb breakfast recipes. If I’ve said it once, I’ve said it a million times. Protein at breakfast is the key to building a healthy breakfast!
But what about carbs? Optional depending on your needs, workout schedule, hormone health, and other factors. I always tell my nutrition counseling clients, the closer you get to your goal weight, the MORE carbs you need, not less.
Over the years, I’ve gone back and forth between a more carby breakfast and a low carb one. At different points in my life, sometimes more carbs were better, and sometimes I felt better with a low carb breakfast. Nowadays, I usually workout mid-morning, so I tend to have a more carby breakfast (with collagen in my coffee for protein), but on my rest days, I try to steer toward a more low carb breakfast/day (this is called carb cycling.)
In any case, there are 20 high protein low carb breakfast recipes here to inspire your meal prep! As always, let me know if you try something! I love to see what you guys make!
20 High Protein Low Carb Breakfast Recipes
20 absolutely delicious high protein low carb breakfast recipes to get your day started with!
Paleo Mexican Breakfast Bowls are a high protein breakfast that is low carb and veggie-packed; it’s a healthy breakfast sure to please all Mexican food lovers! 34g Protein & 14g Carbs for the entire recipe.
A breakfast literally loaded with veggies for the win! This quiche is packed with all the protein from the eggs and produce that you need to start your day off right! (Gluten-Free and Vegetarian) 10grams protein & 5 grams carbs per serving
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chia Pudding is a healthy breakfast that taste like an indulgent dessert. Made ahead and packed with protein! Gluten and Dairy Free 21 grams protein & 18 grams (net) carbs per serving
Spinach and Tomato Goat Cheese Quiche is a divine combination of savory spices, fresh veggies, and tangy goat cheese. It’s the perfect protein-packed breakfast to make ahead and enjoy all week! 10g Protein & 3g Carbs per serving.
Here is a simple recipe for you that is super easy to prep and can make a delicious breakfast or portable lunch all week long! 8 grams protein & 2 grams carb per egg cup.
Not just another egg muffin recipe. These Bacon Zucchini Egg Muffins are an easy meal prep friendly breakfast option that will keep you full all morning long! 10grams protein & 2 grams carb per egg muffin.
Cheesy Zucchini Tortilla Quiche is packed with layers of tortilla strips and zucchini shreds in between fluffy savory cheesy eggs. It’s a high protein, spicy, balanced way to start your day! 16grams protein & 18grams carbs per serving.
These Bacon & Chive Easy Drop Biscuits are super quick to whip up and packed with flavor, the perfect complement to gravy, chili, or naked with butter for breakfast! Paleo, low carb, gluten-free 14grams protein & 12 grams carb per biscuit
Sweet, creamy delicata squash is roasted to perfection and then baked with goat cheese into a savory filling breakfast egg bake. 12 grams protein & 7 grams carb per serving.
This sweet potato spinach quiche starts with a layer of thinly sliced sweet potatoes, and then it’s filled with eggs, spinach, and feta for a healthy breakfast! 15 grams protein & 12 grams carbs per serving.
This egg bake is LOADED with veggies and roasted potatoes that just makes it perfect for the mornings. Don't be fooled by the potatoes, this recipe still has 19 grams protein and only 12 grams carbs per serving.
This 3 Ingredient Healthy Breakfast Pizza Recipe is a delicious way to start your day. 20 grams protein and 4 grams carb per serving.
If you're looking for a smarter brunch recipe, then this Healthier Crustless Quiche Lorraine is going to be a winner! You'll get all the rich, creamy flavor, but with some hidden veggies for added nutrition. Winning! 15 grams protein and 5 grams carbs per serving.
Shrimp & Broccoli Omelet is a super easy protein-packed healthy one-dish meal that's perfect for breakfast. 29 grams protein & 3 grams carbs for the entire recipe.
Pumpkin breakfast quesadillas are a delicious, filling, healthy breakfast recipe. The savory unique flavors will ignite your taste buds and bring the homemade breakfast quesadilla to a whole new level! 15 grams of protein & 14 grams carb per serving.
This healthy and hearty breakfast sausage casserole is packed with protein, whole grains, and tons of flavor to keep you full all morning. A savory dish that can easily satisfy a hungry crowd or be prepped ahead for a week of satisfying breakfast meals ready to go. 25 grams protein & 15 grams carbs per serving.
Try out a veggie loaded quiche to have for breakfast this week for something that will satisfy both your taste buds and tummy! 17 grams protein & 5 grams carbs per serving
Paleo Cauliflower Rice Crusted Frittata is a healthy low carb breakfast full of veggies, protein, and healthy fat to keep you satisfied all morning long! It can be easily made ahead for the long week for one person, or feed a family. 10 grams protein & 5 grams carb per serving.
Get your veggies in at breakfast with this crustless Ham & Pepper Jack, Veggie Packed Quiche. It tastes so good, you'll want to have it all the time! 16 grams protein & 4 grams carb per serving
Dive right into tasty goodness with this recipe for Bacon Zucchini Quiche. Make it for a weekend brunch, or whip it up ahead of time for an easy meal prep breakfast option. 23grams protein & 3 grams carbs
Oh Yeah! So many things to try now! Thanks. Breakfast is my favorite part of the day and you just gave whole bunch of new ideas 🙂