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High Protein Breakfast Bowls

Quick and filling, these High Protein Breakfast Bowls feature lean ground beef, cheesy scrambled eggs, and fresh toppings like tomato, avocado, and cilantro. A perfect high-protein start to your day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb 97% lean ground beef
  • 2 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese divided
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp fennel seeds
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 medium tomato diced
  • 0.25 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 large avocado sliced
  • 1 large lime cut into fourths

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Nonstick skillet
  • Spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium. Add 1 tbsp olive oil, ground beef, and all seasonings. Cook for 8–10 minutes until browned and cooked through. Drain excess grease and set aside.
  2. Crack eggs into a bowl and whisk with salt and pepper. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat and add 1 tbsp olive oil.
  3. Pour in eggs and gently stir with a spatula. When nearly set, sprinkle in half the cheese. Continue cooking until cheese melts and eggs are soft-set.
  4. Divide cooked beef and scrambled eggs into 4 bowls. Top with remaining cheese, tomato, cilantro, avocado, and a lime wedge.

Notes

Swap ground beef for turkey or chicken. For extra protein, add a scoop of protein powder to eggs. Prep beef and eggs ahead for quick morning meals.