21 Ways to Eat Beans for Breakfast
Start your day right with beans for breakfast! Not only are they hearty and full of fiber, but they’re also perfect for the bean protocol.
Not all the recipes listed are bean protocol ready, but below each recipe, I’ll share my adaptations for vegans, vegetarians, and carnivores. But I promise to give you ideas for black beans, white beans, baked beans, and of course Mexican inspired dishes!
I know that beans aren’t the first thing you think of you say breakfast, but they should be!
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Adaptations
Super eager to see all the recipes, ey? Read this before you get started!
Many of these recipes have dairy. Karen R. Hurd doesn’t recommend dairy on the bean protocol because it causes inflammation. And most dairy alternative products use coconut oil or soy, which can also cause inflammation. Ack!
What do you do?
If you’re still suffering with your hormonal imbalance issues, refrain from using any dairy or cheese substitutes.
If you’re on the mend and are feeling tons better, I highly recommend finding out what your tolerance levels are to these foods.
You may be able to eat small amounts of dairy or dairy-free alternative products without the side effects. I know I can!
You may be able to eat cheese without lactose or maybe high quality mozzarella - we’re all different, honor your body the way that feels nourishing for you.
Tips
What about oils and unsaturated fats? Aren’t we supposed to separate them?
While you’re balancing out hormones from overproducing too many hormones, the goal is to eat more beans than unsaturated fats in any meal. If you’ve already healed, there are no limits.
While I was healing, I got to the point where I couldn't be bothered with the unsaturated fat to bean ratio, so I stopped thinking about it and I still healed!
Vegans
Replace eggs or any meats with whole grains like brown rice.
Always have your favorite whole grains cooked and ready to use!
One egg is roughly 1.8 ounces - substitute with 1.8 ounces of grains.
Replace dairy with dairy free alternatives - i love Miyokos cheeses. As I mentioned above, these don’t interfere with my health at all.
Carnivores
If a meal is vegan, add your favorite lean meat like eggs, ground turkey, or chicken sausages (just remove the skin)
For Weight Loss
Instead of bread you can always use thinly sliced baked sweet potatoes! It’s super yummy and very nutritious! Here are more details about losing weight on the Bean Protocol.
Beans on Toast for Breakfast
Beans and toast are one of my favorite breakfasts! It’s so simple and nourishing. I’ll often add spinach and other veggies - but it’s truly always delicious.
1. Garlic and Chili Baked Beans
Garlic makes everything better! Don’t forget to brush your teeth after this delicious breaky!
Get the Recipe: Garlic and Chili Baked Beans
2. Easy Baked Beans on Toast
Okay, this is a recipe to make Baked Beans from scratch. I’m too busy for that, so I honestly get canned baked beans, rinse them 100% to remove excess sugar. Don’t worry they don’t lose any flavor.
Get the Recipe: Easy Baked Beans on Toast
3. Zesty White Bean Garlic Toast
Before the bean protocol, I couldn’t eat any spice, but now my tummy can totally handle this!
Get the Recipe: Zesty White Bean Garlic Toast
Eggs and Beans for Breakfast
4. Tunisian Chickpeas with Swiss Chard
This is one of my favorite breakfast recipes, especially during the winter! It’s delicious!
Recipe: Tunisian Chickpeas with Swiss Chard
5. Curry Roasted Potato Breakfast Bowls
Now some people say that nutritional yeast isn’t acceptable on the protocol because vitamin b-12 is known to increase hormone production. But I definitely recommend you test and see if nutritional yeast causes any adverse side effects.
Get the Recipe: Curry Roasted Potato Breakfast Bowls
6. Veggie and Bean Vegan Breakfast Hash
This is a solid breakfast. I often add chopped bell peppers to this just for some extra veg!
Get the Recipe: Veggie and Bean Vegan Breakfast Hash
7. Breakfast Beans with Microwave-Poached Egg
Instead of canola oil, I use avocado oil. But this is perfect for carnivores and vegans - it already has barely so you can just opt out of the egg.
Get the Recipe: Breakfast Beans with Microwave-Poached Egg
8. Sweet Potatoes and Beans Breakfast Bowl
I love everything about this breakfast dish.
Get the Recipe: Sweet Potatoes and Beans Breakfast Bowl
9. Black Bean Breakfast
I actually make this often, but opt out of dairy and smother with salsa!
Get the Recipe: Black Bean Breakfast
10. Easy Shakshuka
I was scared when I first tried this dish, but I’m so glad I tried it because it’s delectable!
Get the Recipe: Easy Shakshuka
11. Spicy chickpeas with soppressata and eggs
For flavor you can substituteProsciutto di Parma, or any dry Italian salami instead of the soppressata.
Get the Recipe: Spicy chickpeas with soppressata and eggs
12. Breakfast Skillet with Spicy Beans
If you eat bread, this dish is perfect for dipping! I prefer fresh sourdough because the flavor soaks up all the goodness!
Get the Recipe: Breakfast Skillet with Spicy Beans
13. Tuscan Farmers Breakfast
This is a simple dish that you’ll love!
Get the Recipe: Tuscan Farmers Breakfast
Breakfast Bean Burritos
I add scrambled eggs to all of my breakfast burritos, but just wanted to share all the different ways you can make them.
14. Sweet Potato And Black Bean Vegan Breakfast Burritos
Get the Recipe: Sweet Potato And Black Bean Vegan Breakfast Burritos
15. Vegetarian Breakfast Burritos
Get the Recipe: Vegetarian Breakfast Burritos
16. Freezer Breakfast Burritos
You can definitely use canned beans instead of making beans from scratch here. But either way these burritos are adaptable whatever your diet.
Get the Recipe: Freezer Breakfast Burritos
Mexican Inspired Bean Breakfast with Eggs
17. Mexican Bean Breakfast Skillet
Another one where I’d add plenty of peppers and red onions to!
Get the Recipe: Mexican Bean Breakfast Skillet
18. Huevos Rancheros Breakfast Tostadas with Avocado Salsa Verde
Drool fest!! My mom used to make something very similar as I was growing up and till this day it just makes my tummy happy!
Get the Recipe: Huevos Rancheros Breakfast Tostadas with Avocado Salsa Verde
19. Easy Vegan Breakfast Tacos
The pomegranates are definitely not TBP approved as it has more than 5 grams of sugar per serving, but these are still perfect without them.
Instead of Tofu, use eggs or whole grains. Some people experience an increase in hormones due to tofu, but others won't so just be aware of how it affects your body.
Get the Recipe: Easy Vegan Breakfast Tacos
20. Bean Chilaquiles with Avocado & Queso Fresco
This is another dish I grew up eating, but nothing really compares to my mom’s dish. I hope to learn how to make it! Anyway, I’ve never thought of adding beans, and this dish is very exciting!
Get the Recipe: Bean Chilaquiles with Avocado & Queso Fresco
21. Black Bean Breakfast Enchiladas
Enchiladas for breakfast? Yes, please. What makes this dish is the sauce, so I definitely recommend it without the cheese.
Get the Recipe: Black Bean Breakfast Enchiladas
There you have it! Plenty of Bean Inspired Breakfast ideas plus tips to make them suitable for the bean protocol! I hope they have sparked your curiosity so you can eat more of these nutritious beans to begin every day full and focused!
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