18 15-Minute Vegetarian Breakfast Recipes for Weight Loss That Aren’t Smoothies

Busy mornings call for a quick and delicious breakfast, and these meals are the perfect solution. Each of these vegetarian recipes takes no more than 15 minutes to prepare, so you’ll have a satisfying meal that’s ready fast without having to resort to a smoothie. Plus, these dishes are lower in calories and high in protein and/or fiber to help support healthy weight loss. You’ll love options like our Cheesy Bean Toast and our Quinoa & Chia Oatmeal Mix for a nourishing meal that will help you meet your goals. 

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Cheesy Bean Toast

Photographer: Diana Christruga.

Photographer: Diana Christruga.

This cheesy bean toast is perfect for using up leftover refried beans. We recommend using a larger piece of bakery bread for the ideal beans-to-bread ratio. Any salsa works well here—you can easily adjust based on your spice preferences.

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Avocado & Arugula Omelet

Add some greens and healthy fat to your breakfast with this easy arugula and avocado omelet. Serve this healthy omelet recipe with crusty whole-grain toast, if desired.

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Quinoa & Chia Oatmeal Mix

Make your own hot cereal mix with this healthy recipe. Keep it on hand and just cook up the amount you need when you're ready for a hot breakfast. One serving of the warm cereal contains six grams of fiber—almost a quarter of your daily quota.

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Egg, Tomato & Feta Breakfast Pita

Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl

Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl

This breakfast pita is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a delicious start to their day! This easy breakfast combines fresh veggies and feta cheese with za’atar, a fragrant spice blend that enhances the taste without adding sodium or sweeteners.

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Chickpea & Kale Toast

Ted & Chelsea Cavanaugh
Ted & Chelsea Cavanaugh

Chickpeas and kale are layered on a slice of crisp toast and garnished with crumbled feta for a savory breakfast that is satisfying and delicious.

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10-Minute Spinach Omelet

Carson Downing
Carson Downing

This delicious spinach omelet is ready in just 10 minutes for a nutritious breakfast. Eggs and cheese help pack it with protein, while fresh dill boosts its flavor. 

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Strawberry & Yogurt Parfait

Alexandra Shytsman

Alexandra Shytsman

This strawberry parfait combines fresh fruit, strained yogurt and crunchy granola for an easy breakfast. Pack the parfait in a Mason jar for a healthy breakfast on the go.

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Spinach & Egg Scramble with Raspberries

Jen Causey
Jen Causey

This breakfast combines protein-packed eggs with nutrient-rich spinach on top of filling whole-grain toast. A side of nd superfood raspberries balances everything to keep you fueled all morning.

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Cheesy Egg Quesadilla with Spinach

Johnny Autry
Johnny Autry

A cheesy, spinach-packed quesadilla is topped with a sunny-side-up egg for a quick, protein-packed breakfast. Top with hot sauce for a kick of spice.

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Cinnamon-Roll Oatmeal

Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Annie Probst, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek

Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Annie Probst, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek

Flavored with cinnamon, vanilla, maple syrup and a strained (Greek-style) yogurt “frosting,” this cinnamon-roll oatmeal is a winning breakfast worth waking up for. Oats offer lots of filling fiber to help keep you full and your heart healthy. Add toasted chopped walnuts if you want a little extra crunch.

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Muesli with Raspberries

Start your day off with whole grains, fiber and protein with this easy breakfast. Muesli is a mixture of rolled oats, nuts, seeds and dried fruit, and here we top it with juicy raspberries.

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Creamy Blueberry-Pecan Oatmeal

In this satisfying, on-the-go oatmeal recipe, protein-rich strained (Greek-style) yogurt, crunchy pecans and sweet berries make this the perfect healthy breakfast.

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Spinach & Egg Tacos

Johnny Autry
Johnny Autry

Hard-boiled eggs are combined with spinach, cheese and salsa for a quick, flavorful breakfast. Mashed avocado provides a creamy element while a squeeze of lime juice brings acidity.

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Peanut Butter-Banana English Muffin

Peanut butter and banana are the original power couple. Top a simple toasted English muffin with the duo, then sprinkle everything with a hit of ground cinnamon for a healthy breakfast of champions.

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Avocado Toast with Burrata

Burrata (cream-filled fresh mozzarella cheese) takes this avocado toast recipe to the next level for a weekday-friendly breakfast.

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Artichoke & Egg Tartine

For a Mediterranean-inspired breakfast, serve up fried or poached eggs on top of sautéed artichokes and toast. If you can't find frozen, be sure to rinse canned artichoke hearts well—they're saltier than frozen. Serve with hot sauce on the side, if desired.

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Sprouted-Grain Toast with Peanut Butter & Banana

Jelly is delicious, but nothing beats the natural sweetness of a nutritious banana. It's the perfect addition to creamy peanut butter and a crisp slice of fiber-rich toast.

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Peanut Butter & Chia Berry Jam English Muffin

The addition of chia seeds in the quick “jam” topping adds heart-healthy omega-3s to this healthy breakfast recipe.

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