Vegans, Skip the Protein Powder and Make These 9 Hunger-Satiating, High-Protein Breakfasts

Now you can enjoy your beloved avocado toast and still follow a low-carb diet. This recipe swaps traditional bread with tofu.

Calories: 362 for two slices
Protein: 25 grams

Get the recipe: tofu avocado "toast"

Tofu isn't just for stir-fries — it's also a great addition to smoothies. When blended with fruit, it tastes sweet and offers an incredibly creamy consistency similar to Greek yogurt but without a drop of dairy.

Calories: 328
Protein: 17.4 grams

Get the recipe: vegan vanilla milkshake

This tofu scramble with kale and sweet potatoes is packed with protein, fiber, and flavor.

Calories: 270
Protein: 18.8 grams

Get the recipe: tofu scramble with kale and sweet potatoes

This dish has become a family favorite for three reasons: one, it's absolutely delicious; two, it's a cinch to make and clean up because it involves one pan; and three, it's packed with protein, fiber, and complex carbs, so I feel satisfied after a bowl.

Calories: 254
Protein: 19.3 grams

Get the recipe: cinnamon date roasted butternut squash, parsnips, and tofu

This chocolaty smoothie offers 22 grams of protein and almost 10 grams of filling fiber, so it's the perfect breakfast to keep you feeling full and satisfied all morning.

Calories: 354
Protein: 22.1 grams

Get the recipe: vegan chocolate milkshake smoothie

Chocolate-covered strawberries are one of life's sweetest gifts, but let me tell you — these are even better. Biting into the velvety smooth, chocolate mousse filling will definitely get you in the mood for love, or in the mood to reach for another! Pair this with a piece of tofu avocado "toast".

Calories: 174 (for 10 strawberries)
Protein: 7 grams

Get the recipe: chocolate-mousse-filled strawberries

This bowl tastes perfect on its own, but adding a little crunchy texture with some chopped salted cashews makes it even more delicious.

Calories: 366
Protein: 19.5 grams

Get the recipe: sweet potato, tofu, and avocado bowl

It may sound odd to use tofu in a smoothie, but since it is virtually tasteless, it takes on the flavor of whatever other yummy ingredients it's blended with. It also yields a wonderfully creamy texture.

Calories: 331
Protein: 16.1 grams

Get the recipe: dairy-free smoothie