20 Nourishing Low-Carb Breakfast Recipes
Are you ready to start your day with a satisfying low-carb breakfast?
Great, you’re at the right place!
I’ve got some of the best quick breakfast favorites for inspiration that are low in carbs.
So, if you’re following a low-carb or ketogenic diet, these recipes are going to be your favorites.
Now, let’s move towards the list and make some delicious and healthy breakfast recipes.
1. Low-Carb Breakfast Egg Cups

Make a low-carb breakfast egg cup, a simple, easy, and super convenient protein-rich meal with a variety of options, as it is easily prepared, which means perfect for busy mornings. Now, you are one step closer to making yours with this simple recipe below:
Things You Should Need For This Recipe
1- Base:
- 10 large eggs
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or unsweetened almond milk
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2- Fillings: your choice
- 1 cup, cooked and crumbled bacon or sausage
- 1 cup, diced vegetables (you can use bell peppers, spinach, mushrooms, or broccoli)
- 1/2 cup, shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or feta)
- 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh herbs (use chives, parsley, or basil)
How to Make Low-Carb Breakfast Egg Cups

1- Preheat the oven:
- Set your oven to 375°F. (190°C).
- Lubricate a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or line with silicone muffin liners.
2- Prepare egg mixture:
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream (or almond milk), salt, and pepper until well combined.
3- Assemble Egg Cups:
- Divide your chosen fillings evenly between the muffin cups.
- Pour the egg mixture over the fillings, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
4- Bake:
- Put the muffin tin into the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the egg cups are set and lightly golden on top.
5- Cool and Serve:
- Let the egg cups cool in the tin for a few minutes before removing.
- Serve warm, or let them cool completely before storing.
2. Low Carb Granola

Here’s the best low carb Granola Cereal. Deliciously low-carb, grain-free, sugar-free, and so easy to make. Plus, there are so many ideas on how to serve it.
3. Zucchini and Egg White Breakfast Muffins

This low-carb Zucchini and Egg White Breakfast Muffins is sure a healthy way to begin a healthy breakfast routine, beginning with the lightness from the whites to the moisture and subtle flavors provided by the zucchini.
Things You Should Need For This Recipe
- 2 cups grated zucchini-about 2 medium zucchinis
- 2 cups egg whites-or about 10-12 large eggs
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers, red or green
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh spinach (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Cooking spray or olive oil, for greasing the muffin tin
How to Make Zucchini and Egg White Breakfast Muffins

1-Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or a small amount of olive oil.
2- Ready Zucchini:
- Squeeze as much moisture as possible from grated zucchini with a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth. Moisture could make the muffins soggy.
3- Mix ingredients:
- In large bowl mix together egg whites, chopped bell peppers, chopped green onions, chopped spinach if available, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper
- Add the zucchini with all its liquid extracted to this mixture and mixwell.
4- Fill the Muffin Tin:
- Pour the mixture into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
5- Bake:
- Put the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the muffins are set and lightly golden on top.
6- Cool and Serve:
- Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before removing.
Serve warm, or let them cool completely before storing.
4. Tofu Scramble

Tofu Scramble is easy to make and a great addition to any breakfast plate. Adding kala namak makes for an extra “eggy” vegan scrambled egg!
5. Low Carb Egg and Salmon Breakfast Bites

Low Carb Egg and Salmon Breakfast Bites are a healthy option for mealprep or taking on the go. Protein-rich bites of smoked salmon with the lightness of eggs make them perfect for meal preps or on-the-go breakfasts.
Things You Should Need For This Recipe
- 8 large eggs
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or unsweetened almond milk
- 3-4 ounces smoked salmon, chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Cooking spray or olive oil, for greasing the muffin tin
How to Make Egg and Salmon Breakfast Bites

1-Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spray a 12-cup muffin tin lightly with cooking spray or a small amount of olive oil.
2-Prepare Egg Mixture:
- In a big bowl, whisk the eggs, heavy cream, or almond milk, salt, and pepper together.
3- Prepare Muffin Cups:
- Divide the chopped smoked salmon, green onions, and dill evenly between the muffin cups.
- Pour the egg mixture over the fillings, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
4- Bake:
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the egg bites are set and lightly golden on top.
5- Cool and Serve:
- Let the egg bites cool in the tin for a few minutes before removing.
- Serve warm, or let them cool completely before storing.
6. PROTEIN DONUT HOLES RECIPE

These tasty gluten-free, sugar free, low carb, and keto treats are not only a healthier option but they deliver a protein punch in each serving!
7. PUMPKIN SPICE FRAPPUCCINO

This low-carb pumpkin spice Frappuccino is not only gluten-free but also low in sugar.
it’s packed with protein (thank you Keto Chow!), and is the perfect protein-packed breakfast or snack that’s ready in 2 minutes.
8. Low Carb Cheddar Bay Biscuits

Almond flour biscuits made with sour cream, Old Bay seasoning, and cheddar, these keto biscuits are a totally convincing and perfect copycat recipe for Red Lobster biscuits.
9. Pumpkin Spice Smoothie

This creamy, protein-packed Keto Pumpkin Spice Smoothie tastes just like pumpkin pie!
Made with real pumpkin puree and perfectly seasoned with pumpkin pie spice, this low-carb smoothie is perfect for a quick breakfast or snack!
10. Mexican Spaghetti

This Mexican Spaghetti Squash Hash Browns recipe is gluten-free, vegan, paleo, allergy-friendly, and easy to whip up!
A healthy and veggie-packed meal to start your day off right and with a little spice
11. Reese’s Puffs Cereal

Healthy, protein-packed, homemade cereal for breakfast?
You will love this recipe for Copycat Gluten-Free Reese’s Puffs Cereal that’s vegan, grain-free, and sugar-free!
Chocolate and peanut butter flavors are just what you need to kickstart your day!
12. WHOLE30 BREAKFAST GRITS

Whole30 breakfast grits are a classic, hearty, and filling breakfast idea, made with almond meal, savory sausages, and sauteed button mushrooms.
This grain-free grits recipe is perfectly textured and is one of the easiest and tastiest Whole30 breakfast recipes for meal prep on the go!
13. CHOCOLATE CHIA PUDDING

Chocolate Chia Pudding is like having dessert for breakfast.
This pudding feels like dessert; it’s actually a nutritious, convenient, and make-ahead breakfast.
14. Avocado Toast Recipe

This avocado toast is fresh avocado mashed with lemon juice, olive oil and seasonings, then spread over sourdough bread.
A quick and easy meal or snack option that can be customized in so many different ways.
15. KETO SAUSAGE MUFFINS

Perfect as breakfast, a savory side dish, or an appetizer, keto sausage muffins are low-carb and high in protein. Kids love them, too!
16. TROPICAL CHIA PUDDING

Tropical Chia Pudding is a perfect breakfast for a winter day. A taste of the tropics is a magical cure for the winter blues. If you can’t go there, at least you can have it for breakfast.
17. Tofu Veggie Scramble

This easy Tofu Veggie Scramble is a protein packed, plant-based breakfast to get you through your day! Ready in 30 minutes!
18. BREAKFAST SANDWICH

Enjoy a breakfast sandwich, even on a low-carb diet!
This keto sausage breakfast sandwich is made with almond flour biscuits. Save extra biscuits and eat them later with other foods – they are that good!
19. Sausage Patties

These 7 minute air fryer sausage patties are so simple to make and give you perfectly cooked breakfast meat every time.
20. Acai Bowl Recipe

Ready in just a few minutes, this Acai Bowl Recipe is filled with acai berry puree, fruit, and all your favorite toppings.