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Best Vegan Breakfast Options for Beginners

A vegan diet or veganism typically avoids using animal products for ethical, medical, or environmental reasons. Earlier Veganism was considered a niche diet and is now widely practiced throughout the globe.

Updated on: 19 November, 2022 5:20 PM IST By: Yash Saxena
Tasty vegan breakfast one can add to their diets

Veganism is defined as a way of life in which people try to avoid all forms of animal abuse and exploitation.

As the winter season begins, so does the desire to spend the day in bed. Hence it becomes difficult to look for breakfast ideas that are simple to prepare as well as foods that motivate one to get out of bed.

Vegan Breakfast Ideas

Here are some quick and simple breakfast ideas for those who have just converted to veganism

Overnight Oats

Oats are one of the healthiest grains on the planet. They're a gluten-free whole grain that's high in vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. The method of preparation is what makes this ideal for winter. Pack them in a small container for a quick breakfast on the go or top them off at home. These chilled, creamy oats can be made in an infinite number of ways.

Banana Waffles

Without eggs and milk, it may appear difficult to make waffles, pancakes, French toast, and other breakfast foods. They are, however, not. You can easily make any of these by using vegan ingredients. Combine the mashed bananas, sugar, oats flour, and vegan milk of your choice in a waffle maker.

Top with maple syrup or your favorite vegan topping. To make this recipe even more wintery and warm, add some cinnamon and nutmeg to the batter.

Vegan egg Scramble

Paneer bhurji or egg bhurji, is a popular breakfast item in Indian cuisine. However, neither of these options is vegan. You can use crumbled tofu in place of these and follow the same recipe as for paneer bhurji or egg bhurji. Garlic, ginger, onions, and tomatoes would be used in this recipe. Spices and salt to taste, with crumbled tofu This flavorful and warming recipe is ideal for cold winter mornings.

Breakfast Smoothie

Smoothies are some of the best foods to eat first thing in the morning. Smoothies are high in fiber, good fats, vitamins, and minerals. Smoothies are also very adaptable. A smoothie can essentially contain any fruits or vegetables you want. Whether you use sweetener or seasoning depends on whether you prefer your smoothie savory or sweet. Combine bananas, strawberries, cashews, cinnamon, and a sweetener of your choice to make a filling and warm winter breakfast smoothie.

Mexican Breakfast Bowl

Breakfast should be high in protein and carbohydrates to keep you satisfied for a few hours. A Mexican bowl with baked beans, sautéed tofu cubes, brown rice, homemade salsa, and seasoning could be the ideal vegan breakfast.

These breakfast options will give you the energy to start your day on cold winter mornings.

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