25 Easy Vegan Breakfast Ideas

So, you’ve recently adopted a vegan lifestyle and are looking for easy and simple vegan breakfast ideas? Or maybe you simply want to include more plant-based breakfast recipes in your daily menu? Well, we’ve got you covered.

From overnight oats, through healthy pancakes to high-protein savory toasts, our list of 25 quick and easy vegan breakfasts has everything you need to boost your energy at the start of the day.

Full of wholesome ingredients like oats, nuts, seeds, vegetables, fruit and legumes, these vegan breakfast ideas are proof that you can enjoy breakfast time without dairy or eggs.

No-Cook Vegan Breakfast Ideas

No time to cook in the morning? Whip up these easy recipes in 5 minutes, no stove or oven required!

1. Healthy vegan overnight oats

Both easy and delicious, this quick vegan meal requires only 5 minutes to prepare. All you need to do is soak some oats and chia seeds in plant-based milk or water, then, leave in the fridge overnight. In the morning, top with some berries and nuts and dig in! It’s one of the tastiest and easiest vegan breakfast ideas ever! Yummy!

2. Healthy strawberry smoothie bowl

Put this one on your list of filling, dairy-free breakfast ideas full of collagen-boosting vitamin C. Take some frozen strawberries, raw soaked cashews, and an orange, then blend everything until smooth and creamy. Pour into a bowl and finally, top with some flax seeds, chopped walnuts (your sources of Omega-3 and Omega-6), and sliced strawberries. Good enough for a healthy dessert too!

3. Vegan roasted vegetable spread

Want to get some vegetables in for breakfast? This vegan dip is not only delicious but also low in calories and rich in lycopene. You will need some roasted red peppers, eggplants and carrots. Blend everything in a food processor or blender and spread it on a slice of whole-grain bread. You’ll love this simple healthy vegan breakfast, especially if you are fond of veggies!

4. Easy vanilla chia pudding

Begin your day with this high-fiber, iron- and omega-3-rich easy vanilla pudding! Similar to overnight oats, this is one of the best healthy vegan breakfast ideas!

All you need to to is mix chia seeds, plant-based milk, vanilla and sweetener of choice in a jar and then leave in the fridge overnight. In the morning top with fruit and nuts and enjoy this wonderful light meal.

5. Strawberry No-Banana Smoothie Bowl

Try this full of vitamins and antioxidants smoothie bowl in the morning! Blend a handful of roasted peanuts, some frozen strawberries, and nut milk. I know it sounds like a weird combo, but it actually tastes wonderful! Serve the strawberry smoothie bowl with coconut shavings and enjoy for an easy healthy vegan breakfast!

6. Everyday breakfast smoothie

If you’re always rushed in the morning, this is the healthy breakfast you need! It’s a super quick and easy smoothie recipe made with frozen bananas and almond butter. So, so good! Cheers to the beautiful day ahead!

7. Vegan avocado breakfast toast

If you are a pizza lover, then you will enjoy this easy 5-minute vegan recipe, too. In short, toast a slice of bread; scoop some avocado so as to spread on the toast. Then, top with artichokes, sliced olives, chopped cherry tomatoes, red peppers and finally, top with basil leaves. So full of color and nutrients this vegan toast a real feast for the senses.

High-Protein Vegan Breakfast Ideas

Fuel your day with these high-protein vegan recipes – super easy to make and absolutely delicious!

8. Bruschetta with mashed chickpeas

This bruschetta is an easy and delicious breakfast that is both vegan and rich in protein. Put some chickpeas, arugula, tomato and olives in your food processor and pulse, spread that on some toasted bread and top with chopped walnuts. So good! Serve with some fresh basil leaves on top enjoy!

9. High-protein vegan breakfast toasts

To get more protein at breakfast, give this easy and quick breakfast toast a try! Made with wholesome protein-packed vegan ingredients like chickpeas, spinach and artichokes, this is without a doubt, one of the tastiest savory plant-based meals to enjoy in the morning! 

10. Vegan green breakfast smoothie

In short, you only need 3 ingredients to make this filling healthy smoothie full of vitamins and essential nutrients. Blend a frozen banana, some spinach, and almond butter to get the tastiest breakfast smoothie! This recipe is simple and is still an excellent source of vitamins C and E, beta carotene, as well as potassium.

11. Vegan White Bean Toast

In search for tasty, rich in protein, and low in calories vegan breakfast ideas that take less than 5 minutes to make? Get your food processor out, because we have the recipe just for you! All you need to do is add some canned white beans with capers, lemon juice, and fresh herbs to a food processor and pulse until chunky. Spread the mixture on toasted bread and top with avocado for a filling healthy meal in the morning!

Sweet And WarM Vegan Breakfast Ideas

Got more of a sweet tooth in the morning? No need to feel bad about it – just use oats, nuts and fruits to satisfy your breakfast cravings while nourishing your body! Here are some tasty suggestions you can try when you want something sweet and warm for your first meal of the day.

12. Banana baked oatmeal cake

Do you like bananas? Then grab the super-ripe ones to make this easy cake-like breakfast! Blend the bananas with some oats, plant-based milk, and coconut oil. After that, pour the mixture into mini cake pans and top with some chocolate chips, nuts, or fruits of your choice and bake. Easy and delicious!

13. Peanut butter chocolate oatmeal

The good old oatmeal! This time with a lovely peanut butter and chocolate flavor! Sounds good? Yes, it is! In short, cook the oats and then top them with chopped dark chocolate. Let the chocolate melt a bit and then top with some peanut butter. Super filling and easy!

14. Healthy Apple pie oatmeal

This sweet and healthy plant-based recipe will take only 10 minutes of your time but will give you the much-needed energy to go through the day. To make it, quickly saute some apples with warming spices like cinnamon and put them on top of some cooked oatmeal. Serve with maple syrup, toasted nuts, and coconut cream. Enjoy your warm and sweet vegan breakfast!

15. Vegan banana oatmeal pancakes

Who doesn’t like pancakes? In order to make these naturally sweet vegan pancakes you’ll blend banana, oats, and a little plant-based milk, then cook them in a non-stick pan until golden brown. As for the topping – the choice is yours! This is one of the best healthy vegan breakfast ideas that you can think of if you’re a pancake lover!

16. Healthy breakfast apple crumble

What better way to start your day than a healthy apple crumble? Filled with wholesome foods like apples, nuts and whole grains, this wholesome breakfast will provide you with 380 calories per serving. So, enjoy this mouth-watering apple crumble with some plant-based milk or yogurt to start your day right!

17. Healthy breakfast cherry crumble

Have a sweet tooth? Well, this irresistable cherry crumble is a great suggestion from our list of sweet vegan breakfast ideas! To begin with, wash and pit the cherries, then make the crumble, arrange everything in a baking pan and finally bake for 15-20 minutes. Easy as that! Good news is, you can actually make this healthy crumble ahead of time and enjoy the leftovers for breakfast or dessert.

18. Vegan caramelized banana oatmeal

Here is one of the quickest, easiest, and tastiest warm vegan breakfast ideas you have ever come across! All the effort you’ll put in involves cooking some oatmeal and topping it with some sautéed aka caramelized bananas. I highly recommend you try this tasty oatmeal with coconut cream and chopped nuts on top. Really filling and tasty! 

19. Vegan breakfast stovetop peach crumble

Try something new and make this vegan breakfast crumble when peaches are in season. You won’t bake the crumble, you’ll cook it in a pan on the stove in about 15 minutes. Ingredients include oats, nuts and as mentioned – peaches. This is one of the sweetest vegan recipes you could wish for!

20. Vegan blueberry banana oatmeal pancakes

Just another healthy way to make pancakes without eggs or milk and energize your day! With this in mind, mix together some bananas, almond butter, oats, and blueberries to make the batter. Make small pancakes and top them with chopped nuts. Then, serve with fresh blueberries or fruits of your choice. So healthy and at the same time deliciously sweet!

Make Ahead Vegan Breakfast Ideas

You’ll love these delicious make ahead vegan breakfasts, even if you’re not a huge fan of meal prep food! These plant-based recipes are healthy, delicious and will stay good in your fridge for the entire week.

21. Healthy no-bake breakfast cookies

How about some no-bake, no-flour, super healthy breakfast cookies? Mix some peanut butter, maple syrup, walnuts, sunflower seeds, and oats, then shape the cookies with your hands. Drizzle some melted chocolate and finally refrigerate. SO delicious and one of the easiest vegan meal prep breakfast ideas!

22. Healthy homemade breakfast granola

Making a good-for-you breakfast couldn’t get any easier than this vegan granola recipe! Just take some oats, almonds, seeds, and coconut shavings, then add maple syrup, cinnamon, coconut oil, and salt. Put everything in a bowl and mix well, and finally bake for about 10 minutes. It’s that easy! This simple breakfast has only 232 calories per serving and is great for meal prep as well!

23. Vegan banana bread breakfast squares

Do you have some old bananas that no one wants to eat? Well, don’t throw them away! Instead, try this flourless, healthier version of banana bread! Blend some bananas with ground oats, coconut oil, and almonds, then bake for 30-40 minutes. An easy breakfast recipe that will satisfy your sugar cravings.

24. Vegan healthy apple crumble bars

If you’ve got some extra apples in your fridge, try this nutrient-dense vegan breakfast idea! You’ll need some oats, apples, almond flour and maple syrup and around 20-30 minutes to make these tasty apple bars. Serve with a scoop of vegan ice cream for dessert or coconut yogurt for breakfast.

25. Vegan apple crumble mini pies

This healthy vegan breakfast contains no sugar or flour but is nonetheless mouthwatering! It tastes like something between apple crumble and pie, but is small like a muffin. It’s a bird, it’s a plane, no…it’s apple crumble mini pies! Made with simple ingredients like apples, oats, coconut oil and cinnamon this vegan breakfast idea is perfect for meal prep too! Just reheat and enjoy with some plant-based yogurt. Healthy, tasty, and created to impress! 

More Healthy Vegan Recipes

I hope you enjoy the recipes from our collection of easy healthy vegan breakfast ideas! And if you’re wanting to include more plant-based meals in your diet, check out these collections as well:

• 7-Day Vegan Meal Plan
• 30-Minute Vegan Dinner Recipes