8 high-protein no-cook breakfast dishes to save LPG

Greek yogurt is proven to be rich in protein and probiotics that support digestion. It is said that a bowl topped with fresh fruits and nuts makes a refreshing and filling breakfast.

How to make: Take a bowl of Greek yogurt, add chopped fruits like banana or apple, sprinkle almonds or walnuts, and drizzle a little honey and enjoy it fresh.

Peanut butter is proven to be packed with plant-based protein and healthy fats, making it an excellent no-cook breakfast ingredient. It contains healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats that can help lower bad cholesterol (LDL) and support heart health when eaten in controlled portions.

How to make: Simply, spread peanut butter on whole wheat bread slices, add banana slices, and close the sandwich. One can add roasted sesame seeds on top for crunch and nutrition.

Overnight oats are a perfect make-ahead breakfast that requires no cooking. According to experts, when soaked overnight, oats become soft and easy to digest and make for a filling breakfast choices which is also rich in fiber.

How to make: Mix oats with milk or yogurt, add chia seeds, nuts, and fruits. Refrigerate overnight and enjoy in the morning with a topping of honey.

It is a traditional Indian breakfast delight, which is rich in protein, fiber and other minerals. It is very popular in Bihar, Jharkhand, and Easter UP.

How to make: Soak flattened rice in water for 2 minutes and then combine with curd and sugar or jaggery. One can also add fruits like banana on top. This is also enjoyed with tilkut during winter months, where crushed tilkut made with sesame seeds and jaggery or sugar is added to the pudding and is enjoyed along with savoury sabzis like aloo matar curry or aloo gobhi.

Sprouts, especially moong sprouts, are rich in protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and make for a healthy no-cook breakfast. Make sure to soak them overnight and wash under running water before consumption.

How to make: Mix sprouts with chopped onion, tomato, cucumber, lemon juice, salt, and a pinch of chaat masala for a nutritious breakfast salad. One can also add soaked raisins to it for added subtle sweetness in the salad.

This is one of the easiest and high-protein breakfast meal as chia seeds contain protein, fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids. When soaked in milk, they form a pudding-like texture and keep you full for longer.

How to make: All you need to do is, mix chia seeds with milk and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, top it with fruits like banana, berries, and apple, also add nuts, or coconut flakes.

This is a no-cook high-protein option, where you make a sweet porridge with sattu powder, milk or water, and sugar or jaggery. It is a comforting and filling breakfast meal that can be easily made at home.

We all know that paneer is an excellent source of protein and calcium and it can be converted into a simple paneer sandwich which makes for a filling breakfast without cooking.

How to make: Simply crumble fresh paneer and mix with chopped vegetables like cucumber, tomato, and capsicum. Spread the mixture on whole wheat bread along with green chutney and ketchup. Season with salt and pepper and enjoy.

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