10 Keto Vegan Breakfast Recipes and Ideas
Starting your day with a healthy, satisfying breakfast that fits into a keto vegan diet can be a challenge, but it’s definitely doable! The goal is to focus on low-carb, high-fat meals that provide enough protein and fiber to keep you full and energized throughout the morning. Here are 10 breakfast ideas that exclude chia pudding, so you can enjoy variety while staying on track with your keto vegan goals.
1. Avocado & Tofu Scramble
Ingredients:
1/2 avocado, diced
1/2 block firm tofu, crumbled
1 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup nutritional yeast
Salt, pepper, turmeric, garlic powder to taste
Instructions:
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add crumbled tofu and sauté until golden and slightly crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
Season with turmeric, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Stir in diced avocado and nutritional yeast for a creamy texture and cheesy flavor.
Serve immediately.
Why It Works: This tofu scramble gives you plenty of protein from the tofu and healthy fats from the avocado. Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy taste while keeping it vegan.
2. Almond Flour Pancakes
Ingredients:
1 cup almond flour
2 tbsp ground flaxseeds
1/4 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
Instructions:
Mix the almond flour, flaxseeds, baking powder, and cinnamon in a bowl.
Add almond milk, vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil, and mix until smooth.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and cook pancakes for about 2 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
Serve with sugar-free syrup or fresh berries.
Why It Works: Almond flour provides a low-carb base for these pancakes, and the flaxseeds add fiber and healthy fats, making this a filling breakfast.
3. Avocado Toast on Keto Bread
Ingredients:
1 slice keto-friendly bread (store-bought or homemade)
1/2 avocado
Salt, pepper, red pepper flakes to taste
Lemon juice (optional)
Instructions:
Toast your slice of keto bread until crispy.
Mash the avocado and spread it on top of the toast.
Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Add a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.
Why It Works: A simple yet satisfying breakfast, this provides healthy fats from the avocado and fiber from the keto bread. You can also top with some hemp seeds or a sprinkle of pumpkin seeds for extra protein.
4. Coconut Flour Waffles
Ingredients:
1/4 cup coconut flour
1 tbsp ground flaxseeds
2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk
2 tbsp melted coconut oil
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Instructions:
In a bowl, combine the coconut flour, flaxseeds, baking powder, and salt.
Add almond milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract, and mix well.
Pour the batter into a waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Serve with a dollop of almond butter or sugar-free syrup.
Why It Works: Coconut flour waffles are low-carb and full of fiber, making them an ideal keto breakfast option. The flaxseeds add extra omega-3 fatty acids and fiber.
5. Zucchini Noodles with Pesto
Ingredients:
1 medium zucchini, spiralized into noodles
1/4 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade with olive oil, garlic, basil, nutritional yeast, and pine nuts)
1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions:
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add zucchini noodles and sauté for 3-5 minutes until softened but still firm.
Stir in pesto and toss to coat the noodles.
Serve immediately for a savory, light breakfast.
Why It Works: Zucchini noodles are a low-carb alternative to pasta, and pesto made with olive oil and nutritional yeast provides healthy fats and flavor without any dairy.
6. Keto Vegan Smoothie
Ingredients:
1/2 avocado
1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 tbsp almond butter
1 tbsp MCT oil
1 cup spinach or kale
Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions:
Blend all ingredients together until smooth.
Pour into a glass and enjoy a creamy, nutrient-dense smoothie.
Why It Works: This smoothie is full of healthy fats from avocado, almond butter, and MCT oil, while leafy greens provide essential vitamins and minerals. It's a quick and easy way to start your day!
7. Keto Vegan “Egg” Salad
Ingredients:
1/2 block firm tofu, crumbled
1 tbsp vegan mayonnaise
1 tsp mustard
1/4 tsp turmeric
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
Crumble tofu in a bowl and mix with vegan mayo, mustard, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
Stir until the tofu is coated and resembles egg salad.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve in lettuce cups or on keto bread.
Why It Works: Tofu makes an excellent stand-in for eggs, providing protein while keeping this dish entirely plant-based. Vegan mayo and mustard offer creamy texture and flavor.
8. Vegan Breakfast Burrito (Low-Carb)
Ingredients:
1 low-carb tortilla (store-bought or homemade)
1/2 cup sautéed mushrooms
1/2 avocado, sliced
1/4 cup salsa
1/4 cup shredded coconut cheese (optional)
Instructions:
Warm the low-carb tortilla and fill it with sautéed mushrooms, sliced avocado, salsa, and coconut cheese.
Roll it up like a burrito and serve.
Why It Works: This burrito is packed with healthy fats, fiber, and flavor, and the low-carb tortilla keeps it keto-friendly.
9. Vegan Keto Muesli
Ingredients:
1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
2 tbsp hemp seeds
1 tbsp unsweetened almond butter
1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
A few raspberries or blackberries for topping
Instructions:
Mix coconut flakes, hemp seeds, and almond butter in a bowl.
Add almond milk and stir until the mixture is creamy.
Top with fresh berries and enjoy.
Why It Works: This muesli is low in carbs and full of healthy fats from coconut flakes and hemp seeds. The berries add some antioxidants without adding too many carbs.
10. Coconut Yogurt Parfait
Ingredients:
1/2 cup unsweetened coconut yogurt
1 tbsp pumpkin seeds
tbsp shredded coconut
1/4 cup blueberries or strawberries (optional)
Instructions:
Layer coconut yogurt in a bowl or glass.
Top with pumpkin seeds, shredded coconut, and fresh berries.
Enjoy a creamy, crunchy, and refreshing breakfast.
Why It Works: Coconut yogurt is a great dairy-free option, and the pumpkin seeds provide protein and healthy fats, making this parfait filling and keto-friendly.
These 10 keto vegan breakfast recipes are designed to fuel your day with the right balance of healthy fats, protein, and low-carb vegetables. They’re quick, easy to prepare, and full of flavor, perfect for anyone following a keto vegan lifestyle. Keep these recipes handy and enjoy a variety of delicious, satisfying breakfast options that will keep you on track with your goals.
