1. Berrylicious Overnight Oats Pudding

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To steer clear of the morning chaos, it’s always a good idea to prep your meals in advance, including the next day’s breakfast. Full of fibre, protein, omega-3, calcium, and antioxidants, berrylicious overnight oats pudding is a great way to start the day! By just spending a few minutes putting some ingredients together the night before, you’ll get a breakfast that both your body and tastebuds will thank you for.

This is a recipe you can really have fun with by trying different combinations of fruits and add-ons that you like.

Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Total Time: 5 Minutes

Ingredients

• ½ cup rolled oats
• 1 cup unsweetened plant-based milk (almond, soy, or cashew)
• 1 tsp vegan honey or maple syrup
• 2 teaspoon chia seeds
• ½ cup fresh blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries
• 1 tbsp chopped almonds (optional)

Steps

• Combine the oats, plant-based milk of your choice, chia seeds in a glass jar and give it a good mix.
• Pop it in the fridge overnight. Let it spend a minimum of 6-8 hours in there
• Take it out of the fridge the following day and pour in a bit of water or milk for a smoother consistency.
• Pour the vegan honey or maple syrup on top (vegan honey like this one by is a good option)
• Add in fresh berries, maple syrup, top it off with chopped almonds, and dig in!

2. Superfood Green Smoothie

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Not only is this green smoothie incredibly easy to make, but it also gives you a hearty dose of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals first thing in the day. And because it’s loaded with superfoods like spinach, berries, banana, and flaxseeds, this breakfast recipe is sure to be a hit among those who like to eat clean and healthy. A glass of this and you won’t feel hungry till lunchtime.

Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Total Time: 5 Minutes

Ingredients

• 2 cups spinach
• 1 mid-sized banana (frozen is even better)
• 1 cup or 200 ml of almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
• ½ cup frozen mixed berries
• 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
• 1 tbsp natural peanut butter (optional)
• 1 tbsp plant-protein (optional)

Steps

• Put the spinach, banana, plant-based milk, flaxseed and mixed berries in a high-speed blender and blend until smooth.
• Add peanut butter or a plant-based protein powder (like this one) to amp up the taste and protein content. Skip this step if you have nut allergies.
• Add more almond milk (or the one you picked) or fruits to tweak the mix until you get the consistency you prefer.

3. Tofu Scramble with Vegan Cheese

Ready in a jiffy yet super nourishing, scrambled tofu is a great savoury option for those who don’t exactly love the idea of having something sweet as the first meal of the day. If you were once a fan of scrambled eggs before turning vegan, this dish is for you. It has an egg-like texture and is packed with protein. It scores over the traditional dish as, unlike eggs, tofu is cholesterol-free.

Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Total Time: 10 Minutes

Ingredients

• 1 14-oz-block of tofu (firm)
• ¼ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp turmeric powder
• ¼ tsp Kala namak/black salt
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp nutritional yeast flakes
• 2 tbsp unsweetened vegan milk of choice
• ¼ cup shredded vegan cheese

Steps

• Heat the oil on a pan or skillet. Mash the tofu with a fork and add it when the pan is hot.
• Stir and cook tofu for roughly 3-4 minutes before adding yeast flakes, salt, turmeric, and garlic powder.
• Cook again for 5 minutes. Now add the vegan milk and stir.
• Sprinkle Kala Namak/black salt to give the dish an egg-like flavour (if you enjoy that).
• Top it with shredded dairy-free cheese for extra oomph.

4. Whole Grain Avocado Toast

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Avocado and toast is a match made in vegan heaven. This classic vegan breakfast recipe is an example of just how easy it is to fix a plant-based, non-dairy meal when you’re running against time.

Prep Time: 7 Minutes
Total Time: 10 Minutes

Ingredients

• ½ medium-sized ripe avocado (halved and pitted)
• 2 slices of whole-grain bread
• 1 tbsp chopped parsley
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ lemon juice
• ¾ tsp olive oil (extra virgin)
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ¼ tsp onion powder
• ¼ tsp garlic powder
• 1-2 tbsp vegan parmesan (optional)

Steps

• Mash the avocado with a potato masher or fork
• Add all spices, parsley, olive oil, and lemon juice to the avocado and mix well.
• Spread the avocado paste and toasted slices of whole-grain bread. Top it off with vegan parmesan (optional) and enjoy!

5. Peanut Butter Banana Breakfast Sandwich

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Who knew making breakfast could be so fuss-free! Peanut butter banana sandwich is a vegan fan-favourite and keeps you satiated for quite a while. It can be had any time of the day as a snack or a light grab-and-go breakfast. This breakfast sandwich is quick to prepare, protein-rich, and not to mention utterly delish!

Prep Time: 2 Minutes
Total Time: 8 Minutes

Ingredients

• 2 slices whole wheat or whole grain bread
• 1 banana
• 1 tbsp natural peanut butter (replaceable with nut butter of choice)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ½ tsp cinnamon powder (optional)
• Hemp or pumpkin seeds (optional)

Steps

• Spread a generous layer of peanut butter on both slices of bread.
• Slice up the banana and place it on either one slice of bread.
• Add a dash of cinnamon (optional), sprinkle hemp or pumpkin seeds, and assemble the sandwich.
• Pour oil into a skillet or grill pan, fry both slices for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown, and voila! Your scrumptious, high-protein breakfast is ready.

Final Thoughts

No more meal skipping on busy mornings! Going vegan can be extremely easy, nutritious, and eco-friendly. And these delicious recipes are great examples that show you how. They are simple to make and will keep you full till lunch. So, go ahead, try them, and have a fantastic day!