why make this recipe
This bowl gives you a strong, easy way to start the day. It has eggs, bacon, avocado, cheese, and hash browns. You get protein, healthy fat, and carbs in one bowl. You can cook it fast and make parts ahead for busy mornings.
introduction
High Protein Breakfast Bowls are quick and filling. You can change toppings to match your taste. The bowls work well for meal prep and keep you full until lunch. For other simple high-protein ideas, see this guide to high protein breakfasts.
how to make High Protein Breakfast Bowls
Follow the steps below to make two bowls fast. You can cook bacon and hash browns ahead to save time.
Ingredients :
6 eggs, 3 slices bacon, chopped, 1 tablespoon butter, ½ cup shredded cheese, ¼ cup chopped tomatoes, 2 green onions, thinly sliced, 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped, 1 small ripe avocado, sliced, 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or sour cream, 2 hash brown patties, Salsa or hot sauce for serving, Salt and pepper to taste
Directions :
Cook chopped bacon in skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
Bake hash browns according to package instructions or air fry at 400°F for 8-10 minutes.
Whisk eggs with salt and pepper. Scramble in skillet with butter 2-3 minutes until done. Add cheese if desired.
Divide eggs between bowls. Top with bacon, avocado, Greek yogurt, green onions, tomatoes, and cilantro. Serve with optional salsa or hot sauce.
For more quick breakfast ideas that fit into a busy week, check this list of easy breakfast ideas.
how to serve High Protein Breakfast Bowls
Serve warm in a deep bowl. Put eggs first, then add hash browns and toppings. Let people add salsa or hot sauce at the table. Use a fork and spoon to get the hash browns and eggs together.
how to store High Protein Breakfast Bowls
Store cooled components in separate containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Keep avocado slices separate and add fresh before serving. Reheat eggs and hash browns in a skillet or microwave until warm.
tips to make High Protein Breakfast Bowls
- Cook bacon until very crispy so it stays crisp when added.
- Use an air fryer for hash browns to get them crunchy fast.
- Make eggs just before serving for best texture. For meal prep, cook eggs and keep them in the fridge. Reheat gently.
- If you want a meat-free bowl, leave out the bacon or use a plant-based bacon. Read a simple slow-cooker protein idea for other meal prep options at slow-cooker protein recipes.
variation (if any)
- Swap bacon for turkey bacon or cooked sausage.
- Use cottage cheese or extra Greek yogurt for more protein.
- Add black beans or cooked quinoa for extra fiber and protein.
- Top with hot sauce, pico de gallo, or pickled jalapeños for more flavor.
FAQs
Q: Can I make these vegetarian?
A: Yes. Skip bacon and add beans, tofu, or extra cheese.
Q: How long do leftovers last?
A: Keep parts in the fridge up to 3 days. Add avocado fresh.
Q: Can I freeze any part?
A: You can freeze cooked hash browns, but eggs and avocado do not freeze well.
Q: Is this bowl low carb?
A: Not fully. Hash browns add carbs. To lower carbs, skip hash browns and add more greens or avocado.
Conclusion
These High Protein Breakfast Bowls are fast, filling, and easy to change. For a similar recipe idea with eggs and hashbrowns, see the full High Protein Egg & Hashbrown Breakfast Bowls recipe.
High Protein Breakfast Bowls
Ingredients
Method
- Cook the chopped bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Bake hash browns according to package instructions or air fry at 400°F for 8-10 minutes.
- Whisk the eggs with salt and pepper. Scramble in the skillet with butter for 2-3 minutes until done. Add cheese if desired.
- Divide the scrambled eggs between bowls. Top with bacon, avocado, Greek yogurt, green onions, tomatoes, and cilantro. Serve with optional salsa or hot sauce.