Make it easy to stick to your resolutions by starting every morning with a breakfast with more protein. Did you know the average breakfast bowl or plate contains on average only 13 grams of protein, yet some nutrition experts recommend getting 20-30 grams at each meal?
Spreading out your protein throughout the day (rather than in one large amount) can help optimize how your body uses it. That means getting enough protein at breakfast! A breakfast with enough protein can help you feel fuller longer so you’re more likely to stick to your healthy eating routine. One easy way to get eight grams of high-quality protein is to add milk to your breakfast routine – whether in a cup, bowl and in your favorite recipe, an 8-ounce glass of milk contains 8 grams of high-quality protein!
Here are eight delicious breakfast ideas with protein to kick-start your new year.
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Savory Oatmeal with Sunny Side Up Egg + Bacon
Make your oatmeal with milk instead of water to add milk's high-quality protein to your morning meal. This twist also adds the classic combo of bacon and eggs to shake up your morning routine – serving up a total of 25 grams of protein.
Combine milk, oats and salt and cook according to package instructions to desired creaminess. While the oats cook, heat a small, non-stick skillet over medium. Lightly coat with cooking oil. Add egg and cook to desired doneness, about 3-4 minutes for a runny yolk. Serve oatmeal in a bowl topped with cheese, bacon, egg and green onion. If desired, season with salt and pepper. Recipe and photo by Elle Penner of According to Elle.
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1 cup lowfat milk
1/2 cup uncooked old-fashioned oats
pinch sea salt (plus additional for serving)
1 teaspoon cooking oil (or 1/2 second spray)
1 large egg
1 tablespoon shredded cheddar cheese
1 slice cooked bacon, coarsely chopped
2 teaspoons sliced green onion
Fresh cracked pepper
Calories: 467 (per serving) Total Fat: 23g Saturated Fat: 8g Monounsaturated Fat: 2g Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g Cholesterol: 230mg Sodium: 520mg Potassium: 442mg Total Carbohydrate: 39g Dietary Fiber: 3g Sugars: 13g Protein: 25g Vitamin A: 18% Vitamin C: 2% Calcium: 38% Iron: 13%
