Greek Yogurt Protein Breakfast

Some mornings you do not have twenty minutes, and that is exactly when breakfast tends to get skipped.

This one takes five minutes, needs no cooking, and still lands close to thirty grams of protein.

Fruit brings the sweetness, so there is no need for flavoured yogurt or added sugar.

Prep time

5 minutes

Cook time

None

Total time

5 minutes

Servings

1 serving

Ingredients

• 1 cup (about 200 g) plain nonfat or low-fat Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup mixed berries
• 1/2 medium banana, sliced, or another fresh fruit
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseed
• 1 tablespoon chopped almonds or walnuts (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 scoop whey or plain protein powder (optional, for higher protein)

Instructions

1. 1Spoon the yogurt into a bowl. If you are using protein powder, stir it in first with a splash of water or milk so it blends smoothly.
2. 2Top with berries and sliced banana.
3. 3Add the chia or flaxseed and the nuts if you are using them.
4. 4Finish with cinnamon and eat right away, or cover and refrigerate overnight so the chia softens.

Approximate Nutrition Per Serving

Values are approximate. Brands, portion sizes, and ingredient substitutions can change the totals.

Simple Substitutions & Variations

• Add the optional protein powder to push protein toward 40 g.
• Use skyr or low-fat cottage cheese in place of Greek yogurt.
• Dairy-free? A high-protein soy yogurt is the closest substitute.
• Frozen berries work fine and are usually cheaper. Let them sit a few minutes to soften.
• Assemble it in a jar the night before for a genuine grab-and-go breakfast.