25 Tasty Vegetarian Breakfast Ideas To Kickstart Your Day

With a variety of wholesome, protein-rich, and delicious plant–based options, these breakfast ideas are designed to inspire and satisfy you. From savory to sweet, these high–protein vegetarian breakfast recipes showcase the endless possibilities of meat-free mornings while nourishing your body. Let’s dive into a world where vegetarian breakfasts are anything but ordinary, making each morning a celebration of wholesome and satisfying plant–powered food. For many more breakfast ideas, check out our breakfast category page. This Swiss-inspired dish is rich in fiber, potassium, and protein and offers an easy overnight preparation (overnight oats).

2. Microwave sweet potato

Next is a wholesome 10–minute vegetarian breakfast with microwaved sweet potato. Sprinkle your sweet potato with cinnamon, and add a dollop of vegan butter (or plant-based yogurt for added protein). Top it off with slices of fresh apples and maple syrup for a satisfying morning treat.

3. Egg-free pancakes

Try these egg–free pancakes, where each fluffy bite is a symphony of fresh flavors. Crowned with a luscious homemade apple and raisin compote, these pancakes balance sweet and tart notes worthy of weekend brunch.

4. Oatmeal

Start your day with this 10–minute oatmeal topped with creamy peanut butter, banana, and a drizzle of maple syrup for a satisfying meatless breakfast. This quick, nutritious morning option fuels your day and brings a comforting and delicious start.

5. Avocado spread

Try the exquisite blend of creamy avocado spread with a hint of nutty richness from tahini, creating the perfect harmony for your avocado toast. Silky smooth textures and a subtle, savory undertone make every bite a delightful experience. We combine black beans, lime, bell peppers, and roasted sweet potatoes to create this colorful, nutritious, and, most importantly, delicious meal.

7. Vegan frittata

Next on our list is a gluten-free breakfast meal with tender sautèed zucchini and red onions. Our vegan frittata is an excellent vegetarian breakfast idea where we substitute chickpea flour for eggs. You can serve the frittata as a starter, side dish, and even for brunch, but we usually make it a last-minute, easy dinner.

8. Vegan French toast

Thick slices of bread are soaked in an egg-free batter with non-dairy milk, vanilla, and sugar, then cooked on a pan until golden brown and crispy. Like our vegan pancakes and crepes, this vegetarian breakfast is delicious with fresh berries and a drizzle of maple syrup.

9. Banana pancakes

Banana pancakes are soft, fluffy, and with a delicious banana flavor. They are an easy and wonderful vegetarian breakfast recipe. Make them with simple ingredients in about 20 minutes. They are without eggs, and you can easily make them dairy-free with your favorite non-dairy milk.

10. Vegan Breakfast burrito

This vegan breakfast burrito recipe combines our easy and tasty tofu scramble with delicious Mexican ingredients. We add black beans and bell pepper to pack the vegetarian burrito filling with even more flavor. Top it with avocado slices or avocado spread for a creamy finish. You’ll love this healthy granola recipe because it’s easy to make in less than 30 minutes and will give you sustained energy for many hours thanks to its wholesome ingredients.

12. Scrambled tofu with spinach

Tofu scramble is a wonderful savory vegetarian breakfast because it’s easy to make and delicious, and its texture is soft and creamy, similar to scrambled eggs. We’ll show you how to make a base recipe for tofu scramble with a few simple ingredients and how to serve it with spinach, sautèed mushrooms, and confit tomatoes.

13. Blueberry muffins

Our vegan blueberry muffins are soft, light, moist, and packed with juicy blueberries. They are easy to make with only eight simple ingredients, and you can whip them up in 5 minutes. They are great as a vegetarian breakfast idea, a snack, or to enjoy as a dessert. You’ll be surprised by how easy and tasty they are.

14. Breakfast cookies

Oat cookies with raisins and chia seeds are a great make-ahead recipe for those weeks when you need a quick-to-go breakfast or a healthy snack. They are soft, naturally sweet, a little chewy, and made with simple ingredients you probably already have at home.

15. Oatmeal pancakes

Oatmeal pancakes are an easy and wholesome breakfast recipe you can make with a few pantry staples and enjoy with your whole family. Make the batter with blended oats, banana, oil, milk, vanilla extract, and baking powder, and top the pancakes with a delicious and sugar-free apple compote. Make them with or without eggs and serve them as a starter, side dish, or main dish with our marinara sauce or cucumber tzatziki.

17. Chickpea muffins

Chickpea frittata muffins are an easy make-ahead recipe for a nutritious and tasty protein-rich breakfast and snack on the go. They are similar to vegan mini quiches made with chickpea flour; you can customize them with any vegetables you choose.

18. Crepes

Vegan crepes are thin, light, and delicious as regular French crepes. Fill them with homemade hazelnut spread for the perfect breakfast or brunch. Our crepes are without eggs and dairy but light, thin, and as delicious as regular crepes.

19. Breakfast Sandwich with guacamole

For this breakfast sandwich, we mash a can of chickpeas and mix them with guacamole for a creamy sandwich filling with added protein. We recommend sliced tomatoes, lettuce, and wholewheat toast for a satiating vegetarian breakfast idea.

20. Apple muffins

Our vegan apple muffins combine freshly harvested apples’ sweet and tart flavor with a satisfyingly soft and moist crumb. The recipe has simple everyday ingredients packed with apple pieces and is excellent for a quick vegetarian breakfast or a healthy snack. You’ll love vegan brioche because it’s light, airy, aromatic, delicious, and perfect for a special vegetarian breakfast.

22. Sweet potato casserole

This breakfast–friendly casserole combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with brown sugar and pecans in a warm and cozy dish. It’s without eggs, and we replace the marshmallow topping with a crunchy and tasty crumble with pecans, sugar, and oats.

23. Ricotta toast with sundried tomatoes

Vegan ricotta cheese is easy, light, creamy, and versatile. You can make it with three simple ingredients in less than one hour and use it exactly like regular ricotta. It has a soft texture and a neutral flavor that is perfect for a vegetarian breakfast on crostini, sourdough bread, and bruschetta.

24. Chocolate donuts

These chocolate–glazed donuts are easy, fun, and delicious as a vegetarian breakfast treat. This is an oven-baked, no-yeast cake donut recipe you can make with little effort, simple ingredients, and less than 30 minutes.

25. Pan con tomate

Pan con tomate is a simple and delicious recipe from the Catalan tradition. The recipe showcases the flavors and simplicity of Mediterranean food. You can have pan con tomate as a plant-based breakfast, lunch, or an afternoon snack. It’s excellent when ripe tomatoes are best during the hot summer.

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