"Is it bedtime yet?" That's what you'll be thinking because you'll be so excited to hit the hay so you can wake up and enjoy one of these delicious low-carb breakfasts. We've got all your cravings covered, from eggs [1] and tofu [2] to smoothies [3]. Each recipe is less than 20 grams of carbs. Which one will you make first?
Coconut Chia Pudding
Chia seeds and coconut milk marry for this Paleo-friendly pudding that works great for breakfast.
Carbs per serving: 20.3 grams
Calories per serving: 206
Get the recipe: coconut chia pudding [5]
Egg in an Avocado
For a one-two punch of healthy fats in your breakfast, try baking eggs in an avocado.
Carbs per serving: 18.1 grams
Calories per serving: 449
Get the recipe: egg in an avocado [6]
Low-Calorie Chocolate Almond Smoothie
If you're in need of a little something sweet and don't want to indulge in a 400-calorie dessert, this low-calorie smoothie has your fudge cravings covered!
Carbs: 6.2 grams
Calories per serving: 153
Get the recipe: chocolate almond smoothie [7]
Tofu Scramble With Kale and Sweet Potatoes
This tofu scramble is bursting with an addictive savory-sweet flavour and since it's made with tofu, kale, and sweet potatoes, you can feel good reaching for seconds.
Carbs per serving: 16.6 grams
Calories per serving: 260
Get the recipe: tofu scramble with sweet potatoes and kale [8]
Roasted Veggies and Egg
With a little effort, a handful of ingredients, and less than 30 minutes, you can have this nutrient-rich meal on the table that's quick, light, and so satisfying.
Carbs per serving: 19.4 grams
Calories per serving: 349
Get the recipe: roasted veggies and egg dish [9]
Overnight Breakfast Casserole
This hearty low-carb breakfast casserole [10] will energize you with its high protein content and keep you full until lunchtime rolls around.
Carbs per serving: 8.2 grams
Calories per serving: 375
Get the recipe: overnight breakfast casserole [11]
Morning Protein Smoothie
This simple banana protein smoothie makes a great morning snack to satisfy sweet cravings and keep you full until lunch.
Carbs per serving: 19.3 grams
Calories per serving: 149
Get the recipe: banana smoothie [12]
Low-Carb Hotcakes
Even if you're cutting back on carbs, you can enjoy a stack of hotcakes! These wheat-free pancakes [13] use almond meal and flaxseed instead of traditional flour. They're high in fibre and protein with nearly zero sugar.
Carbs per serving: 5.4 grams
Calories per pancake: 162
Get the recipe: wheat-free pancakes [14]
Egg White Frittata
This low-calorie frittata is quick enough to come together on a weekday morning but elegant enough to serve to friends at a special weekend brunch.
Carbs per serving: 11.2 grams
Calories per serving: 300
Get the recipe: egg white frittata [15]
Turkey Sausage Muffins
This recipe is easy to bake ahead of time and grab when you head out the door.
Carbs per serving: 2.3 grams
Calories per muffin: 150
Get the recipe: turkey sausage muffins [16]
Tomato Frittata
With more than 10 grams of protein, this tomato frittata [17] is the perfect way to fuel your body after a tough morning workout.
Carbs per serving: 5.3 grams
Calories per serving: 164
Get the recipe: tomato frittata [18]
Avocado and Hard-Boiled Egg Breakfast
Hard-boil your eggs [19] in advance for a throw-together breakfast that will fill you up with protein and fibre, keeping you surprisingly full and satisfied until lunchtime rolls around.
Carbs per serving: 9.8 grams
Calories per serving: 333
Get the recipe: avocado and hard-boiled egg breakfast [20]
Mango Lassi Protein Smoothie
Love fruit smoothies, but want a little more protein? We've got a trick for you. Kick your smoothie up a notch with cottage cheese. Try this low-carb recipe using mango.
Carbs per serving: 19.8 grams
Calories per serving: 163
Get the recipe: mango lassi protein smoothie [21]
Paleo Breakfast Bowl
Rich in omega-3 fatty acids and protein, this low-carb breakfast bowl [22] takes less than 10 minutes to prepare and feels like you've treated yourself to a beautiful brunch at a neighbourhood hot spot.
Carbs per serving: 5.4 grams
Calories per serving: 335
Get the recipe: breakfast bowl [23]
Baked Eggs in Ham Cups
Pop in a batch of these protein-heavy eggs in ham shells [24] when you wake up, and enjoy a hot, hearty, and quick breakfast before you leave for work.
Carbs per serving: less than one gram
Calories per cup: 109
Get the recipe: eggs in ham shells [25]
Quinoa Egg Bake
Bake up this quinoa egg casserole [26] on Sunday night, and cut a slice the following morning for a gluten-free breakfast.
Carbs per serving: 13.4
Calories per serving: 247
Get the recipe: quinoa egg bake [27]
Sweet Potato, Tofu, and Avocado Breakfast Bowl
Need an energizing breakfast that will offer tons of protein? This sweet potato, tofu, and avocado breakfast bowl is full of flavour and offers almost 20 grams of filling protein.
Carbs per serving: 20.7 grams
Calories per serving: 317
Get the recipe: sweet potato, tofu, and avocado breakfast bowl [28]
Southwestern Tofu Scramble
With flavours like cumin, coriander, onion, pepper, and coriander mingling together, you get a surprise in every bite of this Southwestern tofu scramble [29].
Carbs per serving: 14.3 grams
Calories per serving: 135
Get the recipe: Southwestern tofu scramble [30]