Looking for a filling, energizing breakfast that keeps you satisfied all morning? This whole food High Protein Breakfast Bowl has you covered! It’s made with roasted potatoes, an egg, avocado, creamy Greek yogurt, spicy green chilis, a handful of microgreens, and a sprinkle of pumpkin seeds for a crunchy finish. It’s simple, delicious, and a great way to repurpose leftovers into something new.
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Why You’ll Love this Breakfast Bowl
This is one of my favorite breakfasts. It’s hearty, a little spicy from the green chilis, and keeps me full and satisfied straight through to lunch. This bowl checks all the boxes when it comes to flavor, nourishment, and simplicity:
Packed with protein: Greek yogurt and an egg give this bowl the boost your morning needs.
Uses leftovers: A perfect way to make use of leftover roasted potatoes, less waste, more flavor!
Customizable: Add extra veggies, cheese, or even a drizzle of hot sauce to make it your own.
Whole-food ingredients: Just simple, nourishing ingredients that taste great together.
Protein Breakdown
Here’s what makes this protein-packed breakfast bowl such a satisfying start to the day:
- Large egg: ~6 grams of protein
- 1/2 cup low-fat Greek yogurt: ~12 grams of protein
- 1/3 cup Avocado: ~ 2 grams
- 3/4 cup roasted potatoes: ~2 grams of protein (approximately)
- 1 Tbs. pumpkin seeds: ~ 3 grams of protein
Total: Around 25 grams of protein per bowl!
That’s plenty to help keep you full, support muscle recovery, and power you through your morning.
💪 Macro Breakdown (per bowl):
426 calories | 25g protein | 43g carbs | 19g fat
The Benefits of Protein & Whole Food Ingredients
Starting your day with protein does more than just keep you full. It helps balance blood sugar, supports lean muscle, and sustains energy throughout the morning. When paired with nutrient-rich, whole-food ingredients, you’re giving your body a real boost of nourishment.
Here’s a closer look at what each whole food ingredient brings to the table:
- Eggs: A complete protein source containing all nine essential amino acids. They also provide choline, which supports brain health and metabolism.
- Roasted Potatoes: A great source of complex carbohydrates and potassium, which help maintain energy levels and muscle function. Russet potatoes have a bit more protein than others.
- Greek Yogurt: High in protein and calcium to support strong bones and muscle recovery. The probiotics also promote gut health and digestion.
- Green Chilis: Add a spicy kick along with antioxidants and vitamin C to support immune health.
- Microgreens: Tiny but mighty! These young greens are packed with concentrated nutrients like vitamins A, C, and K, plus antioxidants that fight inflammation. Microgreens can be found at your local grocery stores, Costco, or you can grow them easily yourself.
- Pumpkin seeds: A small but mighty source of plant-based protein, magnesium, and zinc: nutrients that support heart health, boost immunity, and help keep you feeling energized.
Together, these ingredients make a balanced, whole-food breakfast that’s both energizing and satisfying.
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How to Make a High Protein Breakfast Bowl
- Reheat the potatoes: Warm your leftover roasted potatoes in a skillet.
- Cook the egg: Prepare the egg to your liking: fried, scrambled, or soft-boiled all work well.
- Assemble the bowl: Add potatoes as the base. Top with the cooked egg, a dollop of Greek yogurt, green chilis, microgreens, and pumpkin seeds.
- Season and serve: Sprinkle with salt and pepper or your favorite seasoning, I like to use Tajin. Enjoy immediately!
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Recipe Tips
- Any potato works in this healthy high protein breakfast. I love it with sweet potatoes instead of regular potatoes for a slightly sweet twist.
- For an extra protein boost (if you need it), stir some chopped cooked chicken or an extra egg into the potatoes.
- Make it spicy with jalapeños or your favorite hot sauce.
- Cottage cheese adds a few more grams of protein than Greek yogurt.
- Salsa makes a good stand in for green chilis.
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High Protein Breakfast Bowl
Equipment
- 1 skillet
Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 3/4 cup leftover roasted potatoes regular or sweet
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt Fage, 2%-5%
- 1/3 cup avocado sliced or cubed
- 1/2 cup microgreens packed
- 2 tbsp green chilis or salsa
- 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds
- 1/4 tsp olive oil or butter or olive oil cooking spray
- seasoning salt or tajin
Instructions
- Heat skillet over low medium. Add leftover potatoes to pan to warm for a few minutes.
- Add oil or butter (or spray) to pan. Crack egg and fry or prepare egg how you like.
- While egg cooks assemble bowl: place potatoes, Greek yogurt, microgreens, and avocado.
- Once done to your liking, remove egg from heat. Place on top of ingredients in bowl. Sprinkle with salt or tajin, green chilies, and pumpkin seeds. Enjoy!