21 Summer High Protein Breakfast Ideas
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Summer is here! It’s time to make those delicious, satisfying, breakfast recipes! YUMM!
They will keep you full throughout the day and set you up for an energized morning. They are simple, flavorful and delicious.
Perfect if you’re just doing high protein breakfast meal prep for yourself or the family. A lot of the breakfasts are also kid-approved!
My carrot cake chia pudding at numer #20 is by far everyone’s favorite.

1. Strawberry Protein Overnight Oats

Nothing is better than starting your day with a bowl of delicious oats topped with fresh fruit.
With each spoonful, you’re not just eating; you’re savoring the freshness of strawberries and the goodness of protein. With this recipe, you’re setting the stage for a berry delightful day.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 378
- Fats: 8.6g
- Protein: 33g
- Carbs: 45g
- Fiber: 11g
- Sugar: 8.4g
2. Chocolate Protein Overnight Oats

Say ‘chocolate’ in my house and everyone comes running! But, let’s keep it healthy!
This fun recipe is high protein, healthy, and flavorful! The creamy oat bowls are packed with chocolatey goodness, sweet maple syrup, and topped with bananas.
You’ll think you’re eating dessert, but it’s actually a tasty breakfast.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 389
- Fats: 5.6g
- Protein: 33g
- Carbs: 54g
- Fiber: 8.1g
- Sugar: 14g
3. Raspberry Chia Pudding with Cottage Cheese

When you want a breakfast that’s quick and nourishing, this recipe is a great option.
It takes only 10-15 minutes to prep, and you’ll have a tasty meal that’s a unique and fun offering in a jar instead of a bowl – perfect to delight the kids.
Think – creamy cottage cheese, juicy raspberries, and chia seeds all blended into a smooth, sweet, satisfying breakfast treat.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 316
- Fats: 16g
- Protein: 15g
- Carbs: 31g
- Fiber: 13g
- Sugar: 14g
4. Raspberry Smoothie with Ginger

For those of you who don’t have a lot of time, this raspberry smoothie with ginger is a great low-calorie breakfast.
While most smoothies are low in protein, this one has 15 grams per serving.
In addition, ginger can help improve digestion, reducing that dreadful bloating you get as the day goes by.
If you want to increase the protein intake, add more Greek yogurt or some unflavored protein powder to create one of the best high protein drinks for breakfast.
Per Serving:
- Calories:198
- Fats: 3.9g
- Protein: 15g
- Carbs: 29g
- Fiber: 9.4g
- Sugar: 17g
5. Protein Breakfast Meal Prep Bowls

How about starting the day with a hearty bowl of richly seasoned, slightly smoky fluffy scrambled eggs and ground beef?
Each bowl contains a whopping 44g of protein and is also low-carb and gluten-free.
It’s perfect for meal prep and it’s versatile. You can replace the beef with roasted veggies for a vegetarian option, or spice it up with jalapeños, hot sauce, or red pepper flakes for an extra kick.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 597
- Fats: 42g
- Protein: 44g
- Carbs: 11g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 2.1g
6. Cottage Cheese Egg Bake

This egg bake is cheesy, hearty, aromatic, and fragrant. It’s warm and high in protein, low-carb, gluten-free, and low-calorie.
This protein-packed casserole is a fantastic way to kickstart your morning. Whether you are following a low-carb diet or simply craving a hearty and delicious meal, this recipe can make your mornings stress-free.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 218
- Fats: 13g
- Protein: 20g
- Carbs: 4.4g
- Fiber: 0.6g
- Sugar: 1.7g
7. Salami Egg Cups

Transform your breakfast routine with a touch of indulgence. Enter salami egg cups!
These savory delights bring together the rich flavors of salami and the protein punch of eggs. Picture a crispy edge giving way to a gooey, delicious center.
This is one of the best high protein brunch recipes!
Per Serving:
- Calories: 260
- Fats: 20g
- Protein: 17g
- Carbs: 1.2g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Sugar: 0.3g
8. Mushroom Egg Cups

For all the egg lovers out there, mushrooms are amazing to incorporate into your breakfast. These mushroom egg cups are just that.
Flavorful, savory and delightful. Cook them up for the whole fam and enjoy it for brunch even!
Per Serving:
- Calories: 138
- Fats: 6.9g
- Net Carbs: 2.6g
- Protein: 15g
9. Baked Feta Eggs

Love Greek cuisine? How about Greek eggs for breakfast with some baked feta cheese and herbs?
This is a perfect cheesy breakfast when you’re tired of omelette or scrambled eggs.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 377
- Fats: 31g
- Protein: 16g
- Net Carbs: 7.7g
10. High Protein Ground Turkey Breakfast Bowls

I always try to prepare in advance for a busy morning. While I don’t always succeed, these high protein ground turkey breakfast bowls are a winner as they can be stored in the fridge and grabbed in a minute.
They offer tasty, savory bites of smoky turkey, egg, spinach, and avocado. It’s definitely a delicious way to kick off the day with a smile.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 479
- Fats: 37g
- Protein: 28g
- Carbs: 11g
- Fiber: 5.6g
- Sugar: 2.9g
11. Flourless Blueberry Banana Bread

Sweet bananas, creamy peanut butter, and surprise tangy bursts of blueberry make this moist loaf a decadent treat for kids and adults.
Best of all, I don’t use flour, and the recipe is grain-free, high-protein, dairy-free, and gluten-free.
Pack it into containers where little ones can find it later when they raid the pantry for a snack.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 207
- Fats: 14g
- Protein: 8g
- Carbs: 16g
- Fiber: 3.3g
- Sugar: 8g
12. Protein Strawberry Banana Baked Oatmeal

Oatmeal is never high protein but there are ways to make it high protein! This baked oatmeal has a whopping 16g of protein per slice and only 276 kcal!
The strawberries make it refreshing, naturally sweet, and purely delicious. I love this one because you can make a batch of it and feed many.
If not, just safely store away and eat another day.
Per Serving (1 slice):
- Calories: 276
- Fats: 4.2g
- Protein: 16g
- Carbs: 45g
- Fiber: 5.8g
- Sugar: 15g
13. Protein Breakfast Bowl

Looking for something fruity, naturally sweet, and easy to assemble? Look no further.
This protein breakfast power bowl is just what you need to start the day right. Full of nutrition, sweetness, and filling.
The best thing about this breakfast is that you can have it every day but mix it up with the toppings to keep the variety. You will never get bored of it!
Per Serving:
- Calories: 641
- Fats: 20g
- Protein: 34g
- Carbs: 87g
- Fiber: 17g
- Sugar: 19g
14. Berry Protein Overnight Oats

Another overnight oats recipe! With an addition of berries, this makes for a perfect high-protein breakfast. Delicious and full of nutrition.
You can just make this overnight and enjoy it in the morning. I love it when breakfast is that simple.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 430
- Fats: 8.5g
- Protein: 29g
- Carbs: 63g
- Fiber: 12g
- Sugar: 24g
15. High Protein Bagels with Blueberries

I love bread, especially having it for breakfast, but there is nothing quite as special as making your own bread. These bagels, for example, are so easy to make and taste better than whatever you can get in the shop.
Packed with blueberries, cottage cheese, and high protein. The kids will love these.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 197
- Fats: 3.9g
- Protein: 11g
- Carbs: 29g
- Fiber: 1.3g
- Sugar: 3.4g
16. 3-Ingredient Breakfast Skillet

Are you on a low carb or keto diet? I have a dish for you. All you need to make this delicious meal is 3 ingredients and a skillet! That’s it!
This flavorful skillet breakfast is packed with protein and healthy fats thanks to the eggs, ground beef, and olive oil.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 274
- Fats: 20g
- Protein: 19g
- Carbs: 3.2g
- Fiber: 0.8g
- Sugar: 1.9g
17. Sausage and Spinach Casserole

So cheesy and flavorful and only requires 10 minutes of prep time. This is a delicious breakfast casserole I’d make over and over again.
It’s delicious, filling and so nutritious. Packed with protein and fats. And it’s perfect for the whole family to make.
I personally love it! Give it a try!
Per Serving:
- Calories: 407
- Fats: 31g
- Protein: 23g
- Carbs: 8.1g
- Fiber: 1.9g
- Sugar: 4g
18. Protein Overnight Oats

Sweet, nutty, and filling. These delicious overnight oats are so easy to make and you can have them ready for the morning.
The best thing is that you can add any toppings – fruits and change up the flavor. Bananas make it taste just right, though.
With a little bit of vanilla, yogurt, and maple syrup, you’ve got yourself a lovely breakfast.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 461
- Fats: 15g
- Protein: 29g
- Carbs: 57g
- Fiber: 10g
- Sugar: 16g
19. Protein Mango Smoothie

There is nothing quite as refreshing as a delicious fruit smoothie. You can make it extra filling with a bit of protein powder and vanilla extract.
Enjoy the refreshing flavors!
Per Serving:
- Calories: 412
- Fats: 5.8g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbs: 61g
- Fiber: 9.3g
- Sugar: 42g
20. Carrot Cake Chia Pudding

Chia pudding is one of the best breakfast foods you can eat. It’s packed with protein and, most importantly, fiber.
Even though it’s easy to make, the chia pudding is filled with the flavors of carrot cake. Now, that’s one way to enjoy your dessert for breakfast with all the nutrition.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 367
- Fats: 11g
- Protein: 25g
- Carbs: 43g
- Fiber: 10g
- Sugar: 27g
21. Baked Eggs with Spinach

Do you love the eggs but are tired of having them the same way every day? Why not get some of the greens out and make oven-baked eggs?
Garlicky, buttery, and herby. Enjoy!
Per Serving:
- Calories: 236
- Fats: 18g
- Protein: 13g
- Carbs: 6.8g
- Fiber: 2.1g
- Sugar: 2.6g










